PART A (10*2=20)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. What is meant by data communication For N device in a network, what is the number of cables required for a mesh and ring topology? What is TCP/IP? Compare the datagram networks with virtual circuit subnets. Differentiate guided and unguided transmission medium. State the role of digital subscriber line. List out the four basic network topology. Distinguish between ADSL and SDSL. Define flow control and error control. Where network interface card is used?

PART A (3*10=30)
11. 12. 13. 14. Explain about network independent and dependent layers in OSI reference model Explain about various packet switching techniques. Write each of its advantages and disadvantages. Describe the functionality of circuit switched networks and datagram networks. A. Compare TCP/IP and ISO/OSI B. write down notes about guided transmission medium. 15. Explain the protocols involved in noiseless channel.