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Eti 2306 Data Networks p2

This document contains instructions for a third year examination for a Diploma of Science in Electrical Engineering. It outlines 5 questions to attempt 3 of relating to data networks. Question topics include defining X.25 equipment terminologies like DTE and DCE; describing how to multiplex STS frames; differentiating between datagrams and virtual circuits; and differentiating between parallel and serial transmission. It also addresses defining X.25 networks; comparing ISDN and DSL; explaining SONET frame format; and listing WAN protocols.

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Eti 2306 Data Networks p2

This document contains instructions for a third year examination for a Diploma of Science in Electrical Engineering. It outlines 5 questions to attempt 3 of relating to data networks. Question topics include defining X.25 equipment terminologies like DTE and DCE; describing how to multiplex STS frames; differentiating between datagrams and virtual circuits; and differentiating between parallel and serial transmission. It also addresses defining X.25 networks; comparing ISDN and DSL; explaining SONET frame format; and listing WAN protocols.

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TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MOMBASA

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY


ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION FOR:


THIRD YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE DIPLOMA OF SCIENCE IN
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (DTIE 6)
ETI 2306: DATA NETWORKS

END OF SEMESTER EXAMINATION


SERIES: DECEMBER 2016
TIME: 2HOURS
DATE: 2016/2017
Instructions to Candidates
You should have the following for this examination
-Answer Booklet, examination pass and student ID
This paper consists of 5 questions. Attempt ANY THREE QUESTIONS
Do not write on the question paper.

Question One

a) Define the X.25 equipment terminologies


a) DTE
b) DCE
c) DSE [6 marks]
b) Describe how you can multiplex STS frame [4 marks]
c) Differentiate between datagrams and virtual circuits in packet switching [4marks]
d) Differentiate between parallel and serial transmission and state their advantages
[6 marks]
Question two

a) Define X.25 network[2 marks]


b) Differentiate ISDN and DSL [3 marks]
c) Define SONET and explain the SONET frame format [6marks]
d) State two WAN protocols [2 marks]
e) Give three examples of circuit switched network [3 marks]
f) Describe services provided by ISDN in communication system [4marks]

Question Three

a) Define ISDN [2 marks]


b) Discuss the layers of the OSI Model related to X.25 networks [6 marks]
c) Explain the channels that are used in ISDN [3 marks]
d) List and explain the user interfaces used in ISDN networks [6 marks]
e) Explain the functions of session layer in the OSI model [3marks]

Question Four

a) Describe the concept of packet switching in data networks [4marks]


b) Define the following:
i. VPN
ii. DHCP
iii. NAT [3 marks]
c) List and explain the layers of OSI Model [4 marks]
d) Describe the advantages of layered OSI model approach [5marks]
e) Differentiate between congestion control and congestion avoidance as used in frame relay
networks [4 marks]

Question Five

a) List the SONET device [2 marks]


b) Explain the characteristics of the frame relay network [4 marks]
c) Explain broadband services used in Tele-worker services [3 marks]
d) Explain the DHCP operation in computer networks [3 marks]
e) Differentiate between SONET and SDH [4marks]
f) State four advantages of circuit switching [4 marks]

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