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Course : Certificate in Information Technology

Module Code : Unit_04


Module : Network Technology

Tutorials aim to discuss matters arising from lectures, work not covered in lectures, essays
or other tasks that have been set or some aspect of the readings. Tutorials are generally
led by a tutor. As such, the following work is to be discussed and explored either physically
or via online means.

Tutorial (2 Hours)

Watch Video and Answer Questions

Video 01
01)
a) Why do we need networks?
b) Explain the three types of network types.
Local region Network (LAN): A LAN is a network that primarily exists within a single building or
campus and serves a relatively small geographic region. It connects things like computers, printers,
and servers in a constrained space. LANs are appropriate for jobs that demand speedy
communication, such file sharing and local resource access, due to their high data transfer rates and
low latency.

Metropolitan region Network (MAN): A MAN is smaller than a WAN but covers a wider geographic
region than a LAN. Usually, it covers an entire city or a sizable campus. The purpose of MANs is to
provide communication between several LANs located within a single metropolitan region. In
comparison to LANs, they provide greater capacity and coverage, but they may also cost more and
have somewhat higher latency.
Wide Area Network (WAN): A WAN is a network that connects a lot of space, such a whole
continent, country, or even the world. Long-distance WANs link several LANs and MANs together.
To enable communication between places that are separated by distance, they frequently rely on
public or commercial telecommunications networks, such as the internet. WANs are able to connect
far places, although their data transmission speeds are lower than those of LANs and MANs.
c) Compare and contrast the LAN, MAN, and WAN.

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Video 02
02)
a) Explain the main difference between categories of network topologies.
b) The main difference between network topologies lies in how devices are interconnected within the
network. A network topology defines the physical or logical arrangement of devices and the way
data flows between them.
b) What is the difference between star topology and extended star topology.

c) What is the main role of token in ring topology?


In a ring topology, the main role of a token is to control access to the shared communication medium
(the ring). The token is a special bit sequence that circulates around the ring. Only the device holding
the token is allowed to transmit data onto the network. This token-passing mechanism helps avoid
collisions and ensures that devices take turns transmitting, maintaining orderly communication.

d) State a closed loop topology.


A closed loop topology refers to a network configuration where devices are connected in a circular
manner, forming a closed path. One common example is the Ring Topology, where each device is
connected to exactly two other devices, creating a loop. In this topology, data travels in a
unidirectional or bidirectional manner around the loop.

e) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of mesh topology.

Mesh Topology:
Advantages:
 Redundancy: Mesh topology offers high redundancy and fault tolerance since multiple paths
are available for data transmission. If one link or node fails, data can still find alternative
routes.

 Reliability: The redundancy minimizes network downtime, making it suitable for critical
applications that require continuous connectivity.

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 Scalability: Mesh networks can be easily expanded by adding new devices without affecting
the overall network's performance.

 Privacy and Security: Since data travels directly between source and destination nodes,
there's a higher level of privacy and security compared to other topologies.

Disadvantages:
 Complexity: As the number of devices increases, the complexity of managing connections
and configurations also increases significantly.

 Cost: Mesh topology can be expensive to implement due to the number of physical
connections required. The cost of cabling and hardware can be substantial.

 Maintenance: Troubleshooting and maintaining a mesh network can be challenging due to the
large number of interconnected devices.

 Scalability Challenges: While mesh networks are scalable, the increase in the number of
connections can lead to potential performance bottlenecks and management difficulties.

 In summary, mesh topology offers high reliability and fault tolerance through redundancy,
but it comes with increased complexity and cost. It's most suitable for applications where
uninterrupted connectivity is critical.

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