2. What are the benefits of computer networking? Computer networking allows for the sharing of data and resources, such as printers and files, between multiple devices. This can increase efficiency and productivity. 3. What is a network protocol? Anetwork protocol is a set of rules that govern the communication between devices ona network. 4. What is TCP/IP? TCP/IP is a set of protocols used for communication between devices on the internet and other networks. 5. What is a LAN? ALAN (Local Area Network) is a network that covers a small geographic area, such as a home or office.6. What is a WAN? AWAN (Wide Area Network) is a network that covers a large geographic area, suchas a city or country. 7. What is a router? Arouter is a device that connects multiple networks and routes data between them. 8. What is a switch? Aswitchis a device that connects multiple devices on a network and routes data between them. 9. What is a firewall? A firewall is a device or software that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic to protect against unauthorized access. 10. What is a VPN? AVPN (Virtual Private Network) is a secure connection between two or more devices over the internet.10. What is a VPN? AVPN (Virtual Private Network) is a secure connection between two or more devices over the internet. 11. What is DNS? DNS (Domain Name System) is a system that translates domain names into IP addresses. 12. What is DHCP? DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol that automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. 13. What is NAT? NAT (Network Address Translation) is a technique used to map one IP address to another. 14. What is a subnet mask? A subnet mask is anumber that defines the size of anetwork and the range of IP addresses that belong to it.16. What is a port? A port is anumber used to identify a specific application or service on a device. 17. What is bandwidth? Bandwidth is the amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time. 18. What is latency? Latency is the delay between the transmission of data and the receipt of aresponse. 19. What is a packet? A packet is a unit of data that is transmitted over a network. 20. What is a MAC address? A MAC (Media Access Control) address is a unique identifier assigned to a network interface controller (NIC) for use as a network address in communications within a network segment.Cambridge school, Noida Assignment - Chapter 1 Networking Concepts (Solution) Class 8, Computer Science QI Nodes A, B, C, D, E are connected in a network. Which of the networking devices they should use when i) _ Node A wants to send data only to Node B. ‘Ans Switch ii) When Node B wants to broadcast data to all other nodes connected to it ‘Ans Hub ‘Q2 Soham is planning to connect each computer in the office building spread across the country via Computer network. Which type of computer network do you suggest him for this purpose? WAN : Wide area network across the country LAN: Within the office building {Q3 Name the various devices used to connect computers in a network, Hub/Switch, Ethernet Cables, RIAS Port, NIC ‘Q4 Name the connector used with twisted pair cable which is attached to the devices to be connected to the network. Faas ‘QS Name the most commonly used network card. _Ethernet Network Card ‘Q6 Name any two communication protocols. Also expand them. TCP/IP: Transmission Control al/ Internet Protocol, ET (Q7 How the data is transferred in wireless networking? Name the device._Router (98 Expand DSL. Digital Subscriber Line (05 Answer the following in one word. a) A computer that fulfils the request and distributes application programs and data files to the workstations. ‘SERVER b) Cable TV network is an example of this network MAN. ©) Set of rules that govern the network __ Protocol 4) This type of network is set up when the data is transferred from one mobile to another. luetooth €) This device isa replacement of hub/switch in wireless networking. Router/WAP r irewall is a network security system that monitors and controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules, ‘Q10 Write function of MODEM. ‘Modem stands for modulator demodulator. Itis used to convert a digital signal to analog signal and vice versa ‘011 Where is gateway used? Gateways are used to join to dissimilar networks. Q12 Identify the following devices a) » a Router