Assignment – Computer Networks (Part 2)
Section A – Very Short Answer (1 mark each)
1. What is the function of a switch in a computer network?
2. Define bandwidth.
3. What is the difference between a hub and a router?
4. Which protocol is used for sending emails?
5. Write the full form of HTTP and HTTPS.
Section B – Short Answer (2–3 marks each)
6. Differentiate between client-server and peer-to-peer networks.
7. Explain the function of the following protocols: (a) FTP, (b) DNS.
8. What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6 addressing?
9. List any three advantages of using optical fiber over copper cable.
10. What is firewall? Why is it important in networking?
Section C – Long Answer (4–5 marks each)
11. Explain the OSI model with a diagram.
12. Differentiate between circuit switching and packet switching with examples.
13. Describe the role of TCP/IP model layers in data transmission.
14. Explain the difference between guided and unguided transmission media with examples.
15. A company has offices in three cities. Suggest a suitable network type and topology for them.
Give reasons for your choice.
Section D – Application/Case Study
16. Suppose you are setting up a computer lab in a school with 30 computers:
Which topology would you use and why?
Which transmission media would be most suitable?
Suggest hardware devices required for networking.
17. Cybersecurity is an important concern in networking. List four common threats and suggest
preventive measures.
