Computer Networks Lecture 1: Introduction to Computer Networks and Internet
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What is the main function of a packet switch?

  • To transmit data at different rates
  • To reassemble the data into the original form
  • To segment the data into packets
  • To forward packets on outgoing communication links (correct)

Which type of devices are considered as traditional computing devices?

  • TVs, cars, eye glasses
  • Linux workstations, gaming consoles, traffic control systems
  • Desktop PCs, Linux workstations, servers (correct)
  • Laptops, smartphones, tablets

What is the transmission rate of a link measured in?

  • Bits/second (correct)
  • Gigabits/second
  • Kilobits/second
  • Bytes/second

What is the Internet of Things (IoT) composed of?

<p>Traditional devices and non-traditional devices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of routers in a network?

<p>Forwarding packets between different networks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which book is referenced in the course for the Computer Networks lecture?

<p>Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach, 6th edition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which chapter of the referenced book would you find information about the Link Layer?

<p>Chapter 5: Link Layer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the lecture agenda according to the provided text?

<p>Internet History and Future (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is described as 'a network of networks' in the provided text?

<p>Internet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the lecture agenda, what is discussed as 'Internet Future'?

<p>Access Networks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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