What kind of network does Amazon VPC allow you to define?

Amazon VPC, or Virtual Private Cloud, allows you to define a virtual network that is analogous to the networks found in physical data centers. This functionality enables users to create isolated and customizable networking environments within the AWS cloud.

Using Amazon VPC, you can configure your own IP address range, create subnets, and set up route tables and network gateways. This level of customization allows you to create a secure and efficient environment tailored to the specific needs of your applications, much like managing a physical data center's network infrastructure. It supports configurations such as public and private subnets, security groups for traffic control, and connection options to on-premises networks, enabling a hybrid cloud architecture.

The other options don’t accurately reflect the capabilities of Amazon VPC. For instance, a private social network does not relate to network configurations within AWS, while a traditional computer network does not cover the cloud-specific networking aspects that Amazon VPC offers. Additionally, a restricted access network isn’t a comprehensive description, as VPC environments can be appropriately configured to be both restrictive and flexible, depending on the security and routing requirements of the user's applications.