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Network Essential Eit 2106

This document is an examination paper for the Diploma in Information Communication Technology at the Technical University of Mombasa, focusing on Network Essentials. It consists of five questions covering various networking concepts, including types of networks, physical topologies, server functions, network protocols, and threats to computer networks. Candidates are required to answer question one and any two additional questions within a two-hour timeframe.

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Network Essential Eit 2106

This document is an examination paper for the Diploma in Information Communication Technology at the Technical University of Mombasa, focusing on Network Essentials. It consists of five questions covering various networking concepts, including types of networks, physical topologies, server functions, network protocols, and threats to computer networks. Candidates are required to answer question one and any two additional questions within a two-hour timeframe.

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TECHNICAL UNIVERISTY OF MOMBASA

Faculty of Engineering &


Technology
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (DICT)

EIT 2106: NETWORK ESSENTIAL

END OF SEMESTER EXAMINATION


SERIES: DECEMBER 2013
TIME: 2 HOURS

Instructions to Candidates:
You should have the following for this examination
- Answer Booklet
This paper consists of FIVE questions. Attempt question ONE and any other TWO questions
Maximum marks for each part of a question are as shown
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This paper consists of THREE printed pages

Question One (Compulsory)


a) Explain the THREE types of networks that can be derived from classification of networks by
range. (4 marks)
b) Briefly explain the following terms as used in networking:
(i) Base band
(ii) Broad band
(iii) Half duplex
(iv) Asynchronous bit transmission (4 marks)

c) Explain briefly the following physical topologies:


(i) Ring
(ii) Star
(iii) Bus (6 marks)

d) State the functions of the following specialized servers:


(i) File and print server
(ii) Application server (6 marks)
Question Two
a) Explain the advantages of implementing server based as opposed to peer-to-peer network.
(4 marks)
b) Using a diagram, describe the construction of an optical fiber cable. (4 marks)

c) Explain FOUR factors to consider when choosing network cable. (4 marks)

d) Define the following terms as used in networking: (8 marks)


(i) Interoperability
(ii) Throughput
(iii) Data packets
(iv) Cross talk
Question Three
a) State the FOUR major tasks of a network administrator (4 marks)

b) Explain briefly FOUR reasons for a computer not being able to access resources from a server
(8 marks)
c) State the SIX roles of protocols (6 marks)

d) State the functions of the following protocols:


(i) TCP
(ii) FTP (2 marks)
Question Four
a) Identify FOUR physical threats to computer network that organizations need to safeguard.
(4 marks)
b) With the aid of a diagram, describe the use of a bridge and a router in a local area network.
(8 marks)
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c) Differentiate between CSMA/CD and CSMA/CA. Contention medium access control method.
(8 marks)
Question Five
a) Explain at least FOUR importance of layering the ISO-OSI reference model. (8 marks)

b) With the aid of diagrams show how a ring network can be implemented as a physical-star, logical-
ring using a multi-station access unit. (8 marks)

c) Using a diagram describe the construction of a coaxial cable. (4 marks)

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