Computer Networks Lecture 1: Introduction to Computer Networks and Internet
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What is the main focus of Chapter 1 in the book 'Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach'?

  • Internet History
  • Access Networks
  • Service models and layers
  • Introduction to the Internet (correct)

    • Who is the author of the book 'Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach'?

  • Keith Ross
  • Addison-Wesley
  • Dr. Dina Fawzy
  • Jim Kurose (correct)

    • What is the primary focus of the course resource textbook for 'Computer Networks Lecture 1'?

  • Link Layer
  • Security service models
  • Network Edge
  • Introduction to computer networks and Internet (correct)

    • Which chapter of the book 'Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach' covers the topic of 'Network Layer'?

    <p>Chapter 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the lecturer for 'Computer Networks Lecture 1'?

    <p>Dr. Dina Fawzy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Internet described as in the provided text?

    <p>A network of networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of the Internet network?

    <p>Network edges, network core, and applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which devices are considered traditional computing devices connected to the Internet?

    <p>Desktop PCs, Linux workstations, and servers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of packet switches in the Internet network?

    <p>To forward packets between different networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding header bytes to each segment of data?

    <p>To reassemble the packets into the original data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of physical media is used in communication links in the Internet network?

    <p>Optical fiber and copper wire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are non-traditional devices in the context of computing devices connected to the Internet?

    <p>Internet 'things' like traffic control systems and gaming consoles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are end systems connected together in the Internet network?

    <p>Through a network of communication links and packet switches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the transmission rate of a link measured in?

    <p>Bits/second</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main types of packet switches in the Internet network?

    <p>Routers and forwarding switches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do routers typically do in the Internet network?

    <p>Forward packets between different networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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