a) Define Bandwidth and Bandwidth Utilization for a communication

channel.
 Bandwidth: The maximum data transfer rate of a communication
channel, usually measured in bits per second (bps), which indicates the
capacity of the channel to transmit data.
 Bandwidth Utilization: The percentage of the available bandwidth that
is effectively used during data transmission, ensuring efficient resource
allocation and minimizing wastage.

b) What is the purpose of the sliding window protocol?

The sliding window protocol ensures efficient, reliable data transmission in
networking by:
1. Managing the flow of data between sender and receiver to prevent
congestion.
2. Ensuring that data packets are delivered in order and without errors using
acknowledgment mechanisms.
3. Allowing multiple frames to be sent before requiring an acknowledgment,
enhancing throughput.

c) What is wireless LAN? Which IEEE standard governs it?

 Wireless LAN (WLAN): A wireless local area network that allows devices
to connect to a network using radio waves without physical cables.
 IEEE Standard: Governed by IEEE 802.11, which includes substandards
like 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n for different performance
and frequency bands.

d) How is multiple access of a channel achieved? List the challenges.

 Techniques for multiple access:
1. Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
2. Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)
3. Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)
4. Carrier Sense Multiple Access (CSMA)
 Challenges:
1. Collision and interference in shared channels.
2. Efficient resource allocation and scheduling.
3. Maintaining fairness among users.
4. Handling traffic bursts and varying data rates.
e) Define attenuation and latency of transmission channels.
 Attenuation: The reduction in signal strength as it propagates through a
medium, typically due to distance or interference.
 Latency: The time delay experienced during data transmission, caused by
propagation delay, processing delay, and queueing delay.

f) What are the components of the data link layer and their respective
roles?
1. Framing: Divides data into manageable frames for transmission.
2. Error Control: Detects and corrects errors in data frames.
3. Flow Control: Regulates the flow of data to prevent congestion.
4. Media Access Control (MAC): Manages how devices share the
communication medium.

g) Discuss various types of framing techniques.

1. Character Count: Specifies the number of characters in a frame.
2. Flag-based Framing: Uses special start and end flags (e.g., HDLC).
3. Byte Stuffing: Escapes special characters within data to avoid confusion.
4. Bit Stuffing: Inserts extra bits to differentiate data from control flags.

h) What do you mean by routing? Define link-state routing strategy.

 Routing: The process of selecting a path for data packets to travel from
source to destination across a network.
 Link-state routing: A routing strategy where each router builds a map
(link-state database) of the entire network topology and uses algorithms
like Dijkstra's to compute the shortest path.

i) What factors lead to congestion in a network?

1. High traffic load exceeding bandwidth capacity.
2. Insufficient buffer space in routers and switches.
3. Inefficient routing algorithms.
4. Collisions in shared communication mediums.
5. Bursty traffic patterns leading to bottlenecks.
j) Which protocol is used for multimedia transmission? Give its frame
structure.
 Protocol Used: Real-Time Protocol (RTP), often used with RTCP (Real-
Time Control Protocol).
 Frame Structure of RTP:
1. Version (2 bits): Specifies RTP version.
2. Padding (1 bit): Indicates if padding bytes are added.
3. Extension (1 bit): Specifies if header extensions are present.
4. Marker (1 bit): Highlights key events (e.g., frame boundaries).
5. Payload Type (7 bits): Identifies the codec or data type.
6. Sequence Number (16 bits): Tracks packet order.
7. Timestamp (32 bits): Synchronizes data playback.
8. SSRC (32 bits): Identifies the source stream.

What issues of OSI model led towards TCP/IP model development?

Introduction to OSI and TCP/IP Models
The OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model and the TCP/IP (Transmission
Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) model are two foundational frameworks for
understanding network communications. The OSI model was developed by the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) as a theoretical model to
standardize networking protocols and processes. In contrast, the TCP/IP model
was created based on practical implementation for real-world internet
communication.
However, the OSI model encountered several issues that contributed to the
widespread adoption of the TCP/IP model instead.

Key Issues of OSI Model That Led to TCP/IP Development

1. Theoretical Nature of the OSI Model
 o The OSI model was designed as a reference model but was not
directly tied to specific technologies or protocols.
o Its layers were conceptually defined, which made it less practical for
immediate implementation.
o In contrast, the TCP/IP model was built alongside the development
of real-world applications like email and file transfer, making it more
usable.
2. Over-Complex Layering
o The OSI model consists of seven layers (Physical, Data Link,
Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application), and the
strict separation of these layers caused inefficiencies.
o The Session and Presentation layers, in particular, were redundant
in most real-world networking applications.
o TCP/IP simplified this structure into four layers: Link, Internet,
Transport, and Application.
3. Delayed Standardization
o The OSI model was developed in the late 1970s and 1980s, long
after TCP/IP was already in use.
o By the time the OSI model was standardized, the TCP/IP protocol
suite had become widely adopted due to its earlier availability.
4. Implementation Challenges
o The OSI model required strict adherence to its protocols, making it
difficult for developers to implement in diverse systems.
o TCP/IP, on the other hand, was flexible and allowed for easy
integration of new protocols.
5. Lack of Backward Compatibility
o The OSI model did not address compatibility with existing network
protocols at the time.
o TCP/IP evolved alongside ARPANET and supported existing
technologies, making the transition smoother.
6. Market Adoption and Popularity
o Governments, academic institutions, and industries quickly adopted
TCP/IP because of its practical success with ARPANET.
o The OSI model, despite its theoretical robustness, failed to gain
similar market momentum.

Advantages of the TCP/IP Model

1. Practical and Implementable
 o Focused on protocols already in use, such as IP, TCP, and UDP.

2. Interoperability
o Allowed diverse systems to communicate seamlessly, ensuring
compatibility.
3. Robustness
o Designed with real-world reliability and fault tolerance in mind.

Conclusion
The OSI model provided a strong conceptual framework for understanding
network protocols but failed to adapt to the practical needs of networking during
its time. TCP/IP's flexibility, simplicity, and real-world applicability made it the
standard for modern networking.

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Question 3: Compare and contrast various multiplexing techniques

Introduction to Multiplexing
Multiplexing is a technique used in communication systems to combine multiple
signals over a single communication channel. This maximizes the use of
resources and improves efficiency. The primary multiplexing techniques include
Frequency Division Multiplexing (FDM), Time Division Multiplexing
(TDM), Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM), and Code Division
Multiplexing (CDM).

1. Frequency Division Multiplexing (FDM)

 Definition: FDM divides the available bandwidth of a communication
channel into smaller frequency bands. Each signal is modulated onto a
separate frequency band.
 Applications:
 o Radio and TV broadcasting.

o Analog telephone networks.

 Advantages:
o Simultaneous transmission of multiple signals.

o Works well with analog signals.

 Disadvantages:
o Requires large bandwidth.

o Susceptible to interference and crosstalk.

2. Time Division Multiplexing (TDM)

 Definition: TDM allocates time slots to multiple signals, allowing them to
share the same channel in sequence.
 Types:
o Synchronous TDM: Fixed time slots irrespective of signal activity.

o Asynchronous (Statistical) TDM: Time slots are dynamically

assigned based on demand.
 Applications:
o Digital telephony.

o Data transmission over optical fibers.

 Advantages:
o Efficient for digital signals.

o No interference between signals.

 Disadvantages:
o Requires precise synchronization.

o Idle slots lead to inefficiency in synchronous TDM.

3. Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM)

 Definition: WDM is used in optical fiber communication, where different
wavelengths (colors) of light carry different signals.
 Applications:
o High-speed internet.

o Optical networks.

 Advantages:
 o High data transmission rates.

o Efficient use of optical fibers.

 Disadvantages:
o Expensive components like lasers and demultiplexers.

o Complex design.

4. Code Division Multiplexing (CDM)

 Definition: CDM uses unique codes to allow multiple signals to occupy the
same channel simultaneously.
 Applications:
o Wireless communication (e.g., CDMA).

 Advantages:
o High security due to unique codes.

o Robust against interference.

 Disadvantages:
o Requires complex encoding and decoding processes.

o Higher computational overhead.

Comparison Table

Feature FDM TDM WDM CDM

Signal Frequency
Time slots Wavelengths Unique codes
Separation bands

Analog Optical Wireless

Applications Digital systems
systems communication communication

Simple to Efficient for

Advantages High data rates High security
implement digital

Disadvantag Crosstalk, Synchronization Expensive Complex

es interference needed equipment algorithms

Conclusion
Each multiplexing technique has specific use cases and trade-offs. FDM is better
suited for analog signals, TDM for digital systems, WDM for optical networks, and
CDM for wireless communication.
Question 4: What do you mean by Cryptography? Discuss its types
Definition of Cryptography
Cryptography is the science of securing communication and data from
unauthorized access by transforming it into an unreadable format (encryption).
The original message can be converted back into its readable form (decryption)
only by authorized parties.

Types of Cryptography
1. Symmetric Key Cryptography
o Definition: The same key is used for both encryption and
decryption.
o Examples: AES, DES, Triple DES.

o Applications:

 File encryption.
 Secure communication between trusted parties.
o Advantages:

 Fast and efficient.

o Disadvantages:

 Key distribution is challenging.

2. Asymmetric Key Cryptography

o Definition: Uses a pair of keys: a public key for encryption and a
private key for decryption.
o Examples: RSA, ECC.

o Applications:

 Digital signatures.
 Secure email (e.g., PGP).
o Advantages:

 Solves the key distribution problem.

o Disadvantages:

 Slower compared to symmetric encryption.

3. Hash Functions
 o Definition: Converts data into a fixed-length hash value that
cannot be reversed.
o Examples: SHA-256, MD5.

o Applications:

 Data integrity checks.

 Password storage.
o Advantages:

 Ensures data integrity.

o Disadvantages:

 Vulnerable to hash collisions in weak algorithms.

Conclusion
Cryptography is essential for secure communication and data protection.
Symmetric encryption is efficient but has limitations in key sharing, while
asymmetric encryption offers better security but is slower.

Question 5: What are the challenges of CSMA/CD? How is it purposed to

improve?
CSMA/CD Overview
Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) is a network
protocol used in wired Ethernet networks to manage data transmission and avoid
collisions.

Challenges of CSMA/CD
1. Collisions in High Traffic
o As network traffic increases, the chances of collisions rise, reducing
efficiency.
2. Inefficiency in Long Networks
o In large networks, the delay in detecting collisions can lead to data
retransmission and inefficiency.
3. Not Suitable for Wireless
o CSMA/CD relies on collision detection, which is impractical in
wireless networks due to signal interference.
4. Decreased Throughput
o Repeated collisions can significantly lower network throughput.
Improvements
 CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance):
o Used in wireless networks (e.g., Wi-Fi) to avoid collisions by sending
a warning before transmitting.
 Switches:
o Ethernet networks now use switches, reducing collision domains.

 Full-Duplex Mode:
o Eliminates collisions by allowing simultaneous data transmission
and reception.

Question 6: Compare UDP and TCP protocol giving their frame structure
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)
 Features:
o Connection-oriented.

o Reliable data transfer with error checking.

 Frame Structure:
o Includes fields like sequence number, acknowledgment number,
and window size.
UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
 Features:
o Connectionless.

o Lightweight and faster but less reliable.

 Frame Structure:
o Includes only basic fields like source port, destination port, length,
and checksum.