Computer Networks: Basics to Advanced
1. Introduction to Computer Networks
Q: What is a computer network?
A: A computer network is a group of interconnected computers that can share resources and
communicate with each other.
Q: What are the types of computer networks?
A: The main types are LAN (Local Area Network), MAN (Metropolitan Area Network), and WAN
(Wide Area Network).
2. Network Topologies
Q: What is network topology?
A: It is the arrangement of different elements (links, nodes, etc.) in a computer network.
Q: Name common types of topologies.
A: Bus, Star, Ring, Mesh, and Hybrid Topology.
3. OSI and TCP/IP Models
Q: What is the OSI model?
A: OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) is a 7-layer model that standardizes network communication
functions.
Q: Name the layers of the OSI model.
A: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application.
4. Transmission Media
Q: What are the types of transmission media?
A: Guided (Twisted Pair, Coaxial, Fiber Optic) and Unguided (Wireless).
Q: What is the difference between guided and unguided media?
A: Guided media use physical paths, while unguided media use wireless transmission.
5. IP Addressing and Subnetting
Q: What is an IP address?
A: An IP address is a unique identifier for a device on a network.
Q: What is subnetting?
A: Subnetting is the process of dividing a network into smaller subnetworks for efficient
management.
6. Network Devices
Q: Name common networking devices.
A: Router, Switch, Hub, Bridge, Modem, Repeater.
Q: What is the function of a router?
A: A router connects different networks and forwards data packets between them.
7. Network Protocols
Q: What is a network protocol?
A: A set of rules governing communication between network devices.
Q: Give examples of network protocols.
A: HTTP, FTP, TCP, IP, UDP, SMTP, DHCP.
8. Wireless Networking
Q: What is wireless networking?
A: A method of connecting devices without physical cables using radio waves.
Q: What are common wireless standards?
A: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi standards).
9. Network Security
Q: What is network security?
A: Practices and technologies to protect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of network
resources.
Q: Name some network security threats.
A: Malware, Phishing, Denial of Service (DoS), Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
10. Network Troubleshooting
Q: What is network troubleshooting?
A: The process of identifying, diagnosing, and resolving network problems.
Q: Name common tools for troubleshooting.
A: Ping, Traceroute, Ipconfig/ifconfig, Netstat, Wireshark.