B.P.C.

InstituteofTechnology
1st Internal Assessment, 2024
Department: Computer Science & Technology
Sub: Computer Networks
Time:45 Minutes. Full Marks:20

1. Answer any 4(four) from the questions below. Explain the reason of choosing the option:- [4 x2=8]

I) What is the number of layers in OSI model? [CO/CN/02, L1]

a) 2layers b) 4 layers c) 7layers d) 9 layers
II) Which multiplexing technique used to transmit digital signals? [CO/CN/03, L1]
a) FDM b) TDM c) WDM d) FDM & WDM
III) Identify the incorrect network topology. [CO/CN/01, L1]
a) Bus b) Star c) P2P d) Ring
IV) Radio channels are attractive medium because __________ [CO/CN/02, L1]
a) Can penetrate walls b) Connectivity can be given to mobile user
c) Can carry signals for long distance d) All of the mentioned
V) Identify the device used to boost up a weak signal. [CO/CN/03, L1]
a) Switch b) Modem c) Repeater d) Hub

2. Define Protocol. Explain Bus network topology.

[CO/CN/01, L1, L2] 1+3
OR
Differentiate between LAN and WAN. Sketch a diagram of heterogeneous network made of LAN and WAN.
[CO/CN/01, L4,L2] 2+2

3. Differentiate between OSI and TCP/IP models of interconnection. Identify the layer of OSI which determines the
interface of the system with the user. In which layer of OSI model, error detection isdone?

[CO/CN/02,L4,L1,L1] 2+1+1

OR

Explain the task of network layer with a proper diagram. How the logical address and physical addresses are
represented? [CO/CN/02,L2,L2] 1+1+2

4. Explain coaxial cable with a diagram. What are the three wireless transmission waves ?
[CO/CN/03, L2, L1] 2+2
OR
Differentiate between twisted pair cable and fiber-optic cable. In which frequency range does Infrared work?
[CO/CN/03, L4,L2] 2+2