Computer Networks Lecture 1: Introduction to Networking and Internet
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Which chapter of the book 'Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach' covers the topic of Internet History?

  • Chapter 3
  • Chapter 4
  • Chapter 2
  • Chapter 1 (correct)

    • What is the main focus of the book 'Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach'?

  • Application Layer
  • Transport Layer
  • Network Layer (correct)
  • Link Layer

    • What is the term used for the process of sending data through a network in small units called packets?

  • Network core
  • Internet structure performance
  • Service models and layers
  • Packet/circuit switching (correct)

    • In the context of computer networks, what is the 'network edge' composed of?

    <p>Hosts, access networks, and physical media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concept of 'Internet Future' as discussed in the lecture agenda?

    <p>Improving access networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Internet primarily described as in the provided text?

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

    What is the function of a packet switch?

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

    What type of media are used for communication links in the Internet?

    <p>A combination of copper wires, optical fiber, and radio spectrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered as a network edge?

    <p>End-systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which devices are considered as traditional computing devices?

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

    What is the transmission rate of a communication link measured in?

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

    What is the main function of routers?

    <p>Forwards packets within one network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are non-traditional devices connected to the Internet referred to as?

    <p>&quot;Things&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are data transmitted from one end system to another?

    <p>'Data reassembled'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do we call any device connected to the network with a microprocessor?

    <p>Host or end system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of communication links do not transmit data at different rates?

    <p>Satellite links</p> Signup and view all the answers

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