This page provides all possible meanings and translations of the word wide area network. wide area network, WAN(noun) a computer network that spans a wider area than does a local area network. Wide area network. A wide area network is a network that covers a broad area using private or public network transports.
In general terms, a conflict of interest may occur if an outside interest or activity: (i) influences, appears to influence or has the potential to influence the ability of an employee to exercise objectivity or (ii) impairs the ability of an employee to perform his or her responsibilities in the best interests of the Foundation.
October 27, 2012 -- Revised definition of conflict of interest at Section I.A (paragraph 2) and interested entity at Section I.C in order to clarify that the payment of gifts or perks above nominal value by anyone doing or seeking to do business with the university may create a conflict of interest.