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Computer Networks 2k24 Final Important

The document outlines important questions for a Computer Networks exam for Semester 5 in 2024, covering fundamental concepts such as types of networks, OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, and various protocols. It also includes topics on network topologies, routing algorithms, error detection methods, and transmission media. Additionally, it provides exam tips emphasizing key areas to focus on for preparation.

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Computer Networks 2k24 Final Important

The document outlines important questions for a Computer Networks exam for Semester 5 in 2024, covering fundamental concepts such as types of networks, OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, and various protocols. It also includes topics on network topologies, routing algorithms, error detection methods, and transmission media. Additionally, it provides exam tips emphasizing key areas to focus on for preparation.

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Important Questions Computer Networks

Semester 5 Exams 2024

1. Define computer network and explain its types (LAN, MAN, WAN).

2. Compare OSI and TCP/IP models in detail.

3. What is the function of each layer in the OSI model?

4. Explain network topologies like star, ring, bus, and mesh topology.

5. Differentiate between circuit switching, packet switching, and message switching.

6. What is IP addressing? Explain classes of IP addresses with examples.

7. Compare IPv4 and IPv6.

8. Explain subnetting with a detailed example.

9. What is DNS? Explain how it works.

10. Write short notes on:

HTTP vs HTTPS

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

11. What are TCP and UDP protocols? Compare them.

12. What is error detection? Explain the CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) method.

13. Explain Stop-and-Wait ARQ and Sliding Window Protocol.

14. What are ALOHA protocols? Compare Pure ALOHA and Slotted ALOHA.

15. What is CSMA/CD? Explain its working.

16. Describe Distance Vector Routing and Link State Routing algorithms.

17. What is NAT (Network Address Translation)?

18. Define and explain firewalls. What are their types?

19. Write short notes on:

Quality of Service (QoS)


Congestion control (e.g., Leaky Bucket and Token Bucket algorithms)

20. What are guided and unguided transmission media? Give examples.

21. Compare twisted pair, coaxial cable, and fiber optic cable.

22. Define bandwidth, latency, and throughput.

23. What is modulation? Explain its types (AM, FM, PM).

24. Explain framing and its methods.

25. What is bit stuffing? Why is it necessary?

26. Define multiplexing and explain FDM and TDM techniques.

27. Compare synchronous and asynchronous transmission.

28. What are flow control techniques? Explain Stop-and-Wait and Sliding Window.

29. What is static routing? How does it differ from dynamic routing?

30. What is fragmentation? Explain its role in the network layer.

31. Describe the working of ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) and RARP.

32. What are hubs, switches, and routers? Differentiate between them.

33. Explain VLAN (Virtual LAN) and its advantages.

34. Discuss wireless communication and its challenges.

35. What is Quality of Service (QoS)? Why is it important in networks?

Exam Tips

Focus on OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, and routing algorithms, as they are
almost always asked.

Prepare practical examples for subnetting, error detection, and multiplexing


techniques.

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