6 Computer Networks And Communication

Introduction to Information Technology · Unit 6

Computer Networks and Communication

Exam-focused notes for Computer Networks and Communication (Introduction to Information Technology, BIT101): what the TU syllabus asks and how it has actually been tested, with 10 solved past questions from this unit.

What this unit covers

  • Computer network definition and importance
  • Guided transmission media types
  • Unguided transmission media types
  • Twisted pair cable features
  • Network topology types and features
  • Network devices and their functions
  • Communication protocols and OSI model layers
  • TCP/IP protocol and functions

Computer network definition and importance

20815 marks

What is computer network? Explain the importance of networking. [5]

A computer network is a collection of two or more interconnected computing devices (computers, printers, servers, etc.) that are linked together using communication channels (wired or wireless) to share data, resources, and information with each other. In s...

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20805 marks

Write short notes on: a. Importance of Networking Write short notes on: b. Digital signature [2.5+2.5]

Computer networking refers to the practice of connecting two or more computing devices together to share resources, data, and information. The importance of networking can be highlighted through the following points: 1. Resource Sharing Networking allows mu...

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Network topology types and features

208010 marks

What do you mean by network topology? Explain the features of Bus, Star, and Ring topologies.[10]

--- Network topology refers to the physical or logical arrangement of nodes (computers, devices) and the links (cables, connections) that connect them in a network. It defines how different nodes in a network are placed and interconnected with each other. T...

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Guided transmission media types

20795 marks

What do you mean by transmission media? Explain the features of a twisted pair cable? [5]

Transmission media refers to the physical pathway or channel through which data signals travel from a sender to a receiver in a communication network. It is the actual physical environment through which signals are transmitted between devices. Transmission ...

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2081.210 marks

Discuss different types of guided and unguided transmission medium with suitable diagram.[10]

Transmission media is the physical path through which data signals travel from sender to receiver. It is broadly classified into two categories: 1. Guided (Wired) Media 2. Unguided (Wireless) Media --- In guided media, signals are directed and confined alon...

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010 marks

What do you mean by guided and unguided transmission media?Describe the different types of guided and unguided transmission media in brief?[2+8]

--- (a) Definition Transmission Media is the physical or logical path between a sender and a receiver through which data signals travel from one point to another. Guided media refers to transmission media in which signals are directed and confined along a s...

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TCP/IP protocol and functions

20795 marks

What is TCP/IP? Explain the working of the packet switching technique. [5]

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol) is a set of communication protocols used to interconnect network devices on the internet and other networks. It defines how data should be packaged, addressed, transmitted, routed, and received acro...

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20775 marks

Define: Internet, Protocol, and WWW. What is the function of TCP/IP protocol? [3+2]

--- The Internet is a global network of interconnected computers and networks that communicate with each other using a standard set of protocols (TCP/IP). It is a worldwide system that allows billions of devices to share information and resources across dif...

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Network devices and their functions

207810 marks

What is Network Device? Describe the features of repeater, hub, switch, bridge, router, and gateway in brief.[10]

A network device (also called networking hardware or network equipment) is a physical device used to connect computers, printers, and other electronic devices together so that they can share resources and communicate with each other. These devices facilitat...

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Communication protocols and OSI model layers

05 marks

What is the need of communication protocol? List the seven layers of the OSI model protocol, in order. [5]

A communication protocol is a set of rules and conventions that govern how data is transmitted between devices in a network. The need for communication protocols arises due to the following reasons: 1. Standardization: Different devices from different manuf...

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