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The document outlines an assignment for a Computer Networks course, detailing the specification table, sample question paper, and various types of questions including selective, short answer, structured, and essay type. It includes a breakdown of content emphasis across different units, total marks, and time allotted for the exam. The sample questions cover key concepts in computer networks such as OSI model layers, protocols, and network security.

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Assignment

Subject Name: Computer Networks


Specification Table for Computer Networks

Content Knowledge Understanding Application Total Time


& above Emphasis allotted
(Minutes)
Unit 1: Introduction to 8 8 4 20 36
Computer Networks (2 + 3 + 3 ( 2 + 2 + 3) (1 + 3)

Unit 2: Network Layer 5 7 8 20 36


(3 + 2) (+5 (3 + 5)
Unit 3: Transport Layer 5 5 5 15 30
(3 + 2) (2 + 3) (5)
Unit 4: Application Layer 5 10 10 25 42
(2 + 3) (2 + 3 + 5) (5 + 5)
Unit 5: Network Security 4 8 8 20 36
(1 + 3) (2 + 3 + 3) (3 + 5)
Total Emphasis 27 38 35 100 180

Sample Question Paper for Computer Network


Computer Networks

Time Allowed: 3 Hours


Total Marks: 100
Pass Mark: 40

A: Selective Type Questions (15 x 1 = 15 Marks)

1. Which of the following is the highest layer of the OSI model?


a) Transport b) Application
c) Session d) Network

2. What is the default subnet mask for an IPv4 address in a Class C network?
a) 255.255.255.0 b) 255.255.0.0
c) 255.0.0.0 d) 255.255.255.255

3. Which of the following protocols operates at the transport layer?


a) HTTP b) TCP
c) IP d) DNS

4. Which of the following is a characteristic of UDP?


a) Connection-oriented b) Reliable
c) Unreliable d) Error-checking

5. What does DNS stand for in the context of network communication?

a) Data Name System b) Domain Name Service


c) Domain Network Service d) Data Network Service

6. Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for error control and flow control?
a) Network Layer b) Data Link Layer
c) Transport Layer d) Session Layer

7. Which of the following encryption techniques is asymmetric?


a) RSA b) AES
c) DES d) Blowfish

8. What does NAT stand for?


a) Network Access Translation b) Network Address Translation
c) Network Authentication Technique d) Network Address Time

9. In which type of network topology is each device connected to a central device (e.g., switch or hub)?
a) Mesh b) Star
c) Ring d) Bus

10. Which protocol is used for secure communication over the internet?
a) FTP b) HTTP
c) HTTPS d) SMTP
11. What does SSL/TLS provide in web communication?
a) Authentication b) Encryption
c) Integrity d) All of the above

12. What is the function of a router in a network?


a) Connects devices within the same local network
b) Filters network traffic
c) Routes packets between different networks
d) Encrypts data for security

13. Which of the following is a valid IP address?


a) 192.300.1.1 b) 192.168.1.256
c) 10.0.0.1 d) 256.1.1.1

14. Which of the following protocols operates at the application layer?


a) TCP b) FTP
c) IP d) ICMP

15. What is the primary role of the transport layer in the OSI model?
a) Packet routing
b) Data segmentation and flow control
c) Error correction
d) Data encryption

B: Short Answer Questions (10 x 2 = 20 Marks)

1. List the difference between IPv4 and IPv6 addresses?


2. Define subnetting. Why is it necessary in large networks?
3. Elucidate the three-way handshake process in TCP?
4. Explain the difference between TCP and UDP protocols.
5. Define DNS? How does it help in accessing websites?
6. Provide the role of the network layer in the OSI model?
7. Define firewall. How does it protect a network from external threats?
8. Define NAT (Network Address Translation)? How does it work?
9. Define congestion control in TCP. Name two methods used.
10. List the difference between HTTP and HTTPS?
11. Describe the main difference between LAN and WAN.
12. Define flow control in the context of TCP?
13. Give the role of the transport layer in the OSI model?
14. Explain what is meant by man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack.
15. Give out the difference between active mode and passive mode in FTP?

C: Structured Type Questions (10 x 3 = 30 Marks)

1. Explain how subnetting works with an example. Why is it important in network design?
2. Describe how routing works in a network. Compare static routing and dynamic routing.
3. Explain flow control in TCP? Explain the sliding window mechanism.
4. Define the concept of network topology. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of a star
topology.
5. Explain the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)? Explain the DNS lookup process.
6. Describe the Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol and its importance in secure communication.
7. Define IP addressing? Explain the difference between public and private IP addresses.
8. Explain the concept of VPN (Virtual Private Network). How does it enhance security in a network?
9. Explain packet switching? Explain how it differs from circuit switching.
10. Describe the operation of the FTP protocol. Explain the difference between active and passive modes
in FTP.
11. Define cryptography? Differentiate between symmetric and asymmetric encryption methods.
12. Explain the three-way handshake process in TCP. Why is it important?
13. List out the role of firewalls in network security? How do they function?
14. Describe how email communication works using SMTP and POP3 or IMAP.
15. Explain the difference between HTTP and HTTPS protocols in terms of security.

D: Essay Type Questions (7 x 5 = 35 Marks)

1. Discuss the OSI model in detail. Explain each layer's function and its relationship with other layers.
2. Explain the concept of routing algorithms. Compare RIP, OSPF, and BGP with examples.
3. Describe the TCP/IP model. How does it differ from the OSI model in terms of layering and
functionality?
4. Discuss network security protocols like SSL/TLS and their role in ensuring secure communication
over the internet.
5. Explain the concept of subnetting. Provide an example of how a network address is divided into
subnets and how this improves network efficiency.
6. Discuss the transport layer protocols TCP and UDP. Compare them in terms of reliability, flow
control, and error correction.
7. Explain the concept of network attacks such as Denial of Service (DoS), Man-in-the-Middle
(MITM), and Phishing. How can these attacks be prevented or mitigated?
8. Discuss the role of the application layer protocols such as HTTP, DNS, and FTP in internet
communication. Provide examples of their usage.
9. Describe the process of packet switching in a network. Compare it with circuit switching and explain
the benefits of packet switching.
10. Explain the importance of encryption in network security. Discuss both symmetric and asymmetric
encryption methods and provide examples.

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