Data Communications and the World Wide Web
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What is the primary purpose of a data communications network?

  • To enhance computer processing speed
  • To store data on local servers
  • To transmit and/or receive information between locations (correct)
  • To connect devices through physical cables

    • The term 'data' refers to any information stored in digital form.

    True

    What is the role of a firewall in a data communications network?

    To convert the Intranet address to the Public Internet address.

    A ___ network consists of interconnected devices sharing a single communication medium.

    <p>broadcast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms to their definitions:

    <p>Data = Information stored in digital form Network = Set of devices interconnected by media links Intranet = Private data communications network within a company Protocol = Sets of rules for data communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following classifications is considered 'current' in network technology?

    <p>The most modern networks and protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Legacy networks are preferred by most companies today.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'information' in the context of data communications?

    <p>Knowledge or intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the telephone invented by Alexander Graham Bell?

    <p>1875</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The World Wide Web (WWW) is primarily a point-to-point communication channel.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does OSI stand for?

    <p>Open Systems Interconnection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The development of ENIAC occurred in ______.

    <p>1946</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes multicasting?

    <p>Messages are for a specific group of subscribers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Connection Oriented Protocol = Established between endpoints prior to data transmission Batch Processing = Technique used by early computers to process one job at a time Data Communications Protocols = Sets of rules governing the orderly exchange of data Layered Network Architecture = Consists of two or more independent levels with specific responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The UNIVAC was the first mass-produced electronic computer.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a ______ communication channel, messages are intended for all subscribers on the network.

    <p>broadcasting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a popular Network Operating System (NOS)?

    <p>Windows 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    File mapping schemes are only implemented for Windows-based systems.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

    <p>To prepare, send, receive, and control data flow between the computer and the network.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shared printers and peripherals are hardware resources provided by _____ to the users of the network.

    <p>servers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following file mapping schemes with their examples:

    <p>MS-DOS = Example of a file mapping scheme Unix = Example of a file mapping scheme Windows 95 = Example of a file mapping scheme PC-DOS = Example of a file mapping scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which transmission medium is commonly used to interconnect computers in a network?

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

    Security systems in a network are designed to protect files and resources.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'shared data' refer to in a network environment?

    <p>Data files, printer access programs, and e-mail provided by file servers to clients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for interconnecting computers in a Local Area Network (LAN)?

    <p>Resource sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a point-to-point topology, the network contains more than two hosts.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a network server primarily used for?

    <p>Storage and backup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A ____ topology connects all devices to a central hub.

    <p>star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following network topologies with their descriptions:

    <p>Point to Point = Contains exactly two hosts Bus Topology = Single communication line shared by all hosts Ring Topology = Each device is connected to two other devices forming a circle Mesh Topology = Hosts are interconnected with multiple paths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of LAN technology?

    <p>Web Ethernet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a full mesh network, all hosts have a point-to-point connection to every other host.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List one advantage of using a hybrid topology.

    <p>Flexibility in design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

    <p>To construct, transmit, receive, and process data to and from a PC and the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A computer network is the same everywhere, just like snowflakes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be installed in a computer for it to communicate over a network?

    <p>Network Interface Card (NIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A file server allows clients to access and manipulate _____ resources stored on other computers.

    <p>disk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many bits can be transmitted at a time in a serial by bit transmission line?

    <p>1 bit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each Network Interface Card (NIC) has a unique six-byte media access control (MAC) address.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A NIC must be compatible with the network, such as _____ or token ring.

    <p>Ethernet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the term with its definition:

    <p>NIC = Constructs, transmits, and receives data File Server = Holds shared files and programs MAC address = Unique six-byte address for network devices Local Operating System = Allows access to files on a personal computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Data Communications

    • The transmission, reception, and processing of digital information
    • Data refers to information stored in a digital form
    • Information encompasses knowledge or intelligence
    • A network is a set of devices, called nodes or stations, interconnected by media links.
    • Data communications networks are systems of interrelated computers and equipment.
    • Intranets are private networks.
    • Firewalls convert intranet addresses to public internet addresses.

    World Wide Web (WWW)

    • A server-based application allowing subscribers to access its services.

    History

    • 1844: First telegram transmission between Baltimore and Washington D.C.
    • 1874: Baudot invented a telegraph multiplexer.
    • 1875: Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone.
    • February 14, 1946: Eckert and Mauchley developed ENIAC, an early computing device.
    • 1950: The first computers could only perform one task using batch processing.
    • 1951: The UNIVAC was the first mass-produced electronic computer.
    • 1980: The development of personal computers.

    Network Architecture

    • Outlines the products and services necessary for the operation of all components in a data communications network.

    Network and Network Protocols

    • Outline the current, legacy, and legendary network protocols.
    • Modern networks are sophisticated.
    • Legacy networks are not actively used.
    • Legendary networks are antiquated protocols that have been replaced.

    Computer Network Classification

    • Networks are categorized based on their communication channel setup and message delivery methods.

    Broadcast Network

    • All devices on the network share a single channel.
    • Messages are intended for all subscribers.
    • Data is transmitted in short segments called frames, blocks, or packets.

    Point-to-Point

    • Only two devices are connected, without the need for addresses.

    Data Communication Protocols

    • A set of rules that governs the orderly exchange of data.

    Network Architecture

    • A set of layers and protocols that defines the operation of a network.

    Protocol Stack

    • Lists the protocols used by a system.

    Layered Network Architecture

    • Consists of multiple independent levels, each with specific responsibilities and functions.

    Connection-Oriented Protocol

    • Requires establishing a connection between endpoints before data transmission can begin.

    OSI Layer

    • The Open Systems Interconnection model defines a layered network architecture.

    Local Area Network (LAN)

    • A network spanning a single building, typically under a single administrative system.

    Network LAN Technologies

    • Ethernet (IEEE 802.3): High-speed network technology that uses carrier sense multiple access / collision detection (CSMA/CD) technology for collision detection.
    • Fast-Ethernet (IEEE 803.2): A faster version of Ethernet.
    • Serial-by-Bit: Transmits data one bit at a time, used for long-distance communications.

    Communication Infrastructure

    • The facilities used to connect computers within a network, like twisted-pair wire, coaxial cable, or optical fiber cable.

    Types of Computer Networks

    • The scale of the Network determines the network type.
    • Personal Area Network (PAN): Connectivity limited to a small area, often used for devices like smartphones and computers.
    • Local Area Network (LAN) - Network spanning a single building under a single administrative system.

    Computer Network Topologies

    • Topologies describe the physical arrangement of devices in a network.

    Point-to-Point

    • Network containing exactly two hosts.

    Bus Topology

    • All stations and devices on the network share a single communication channel.

    Star Topology

    • All devices connect to a central device (like a hub) via point-to-point connections.

    Ring Topology

    • Devices on the network are connected in a circular formation.

    Mesh Topology

    • Each host connects to one or multiple other hosts.
    • Full Mesh: All hosts have a point-to-point connection to all other hosts in the network.
    • Partially Mesh: Not all hosts are directly connected to every other host.

    Tree Topology

    • A hierarchical network structure with a root node at the top, branching out to other devices.

    Daisy Chain Topology

    • Devices are linearly connected in a chain.

    Hybrid Topology

    • A combination of multiple different network topologies in a single network.

    Network Components, Functions, and Features

    • Server: Computers that share files, programs, and the network operating system.
    • Clients: Devices that access and use shared network resources.
    • Shared Data: Data provided by servers to clients such as files, printer programs, and email.
    • Shared Printers and Peripherals: Hardware resources provided by servers to clients.
    • Network Interface Card (NIC): A special expansion card responsible for preparing data and controlling data flow between the computer and the network.
    • Local Operating System: Operating system that allows PCs to access shared files.
    • Network Operating System (NOS): Program that enables computers to communicate over a network.

    Network Interface Card Characteristics

    • The NIC prepares, transmits, receives, and processes data between the PC and the network.
    • Each computer requires a NIC.
    • The NIC is installed as a daughterboard within the computer.
    • Each card has a unique MAC address (also known as the physical, hardware, node, Ethernet, or LAN address).
    • The MAC address is necessary for the NIC to function properly and be compatible with the network.
    • Unix
    • Novell Net Ware
    • AppleShare
    • Macintosh System 7
    • IBM LAN Server
    • Compaq OpenVMS

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