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What is the primary function of the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)?

  • Ensuring communication between web servers and browsers.
  • Routing packets to the correct destination.
  • Translating domain names into IP addresses.
  • Breaking data into packets before sending and reassembling them upon receiving. (correct)

    • What is the purpose of the Internet Protocol (IP)?

  • To handle the sending and receiving of data packets across the Internet. (correct)
  • To manage communication between web servers and browsers.
  • To convert domain names into numerical IP addresses.
  • To ensure data is correctly divided into smaller packets.

    • How many numerical sets are contained in a standard IPv4 address?

  • 4 (correct)
  • 2
  • 5
  • 3

    • What is the range of values that each numerical set in an IPv4 address can have?

    <p>0 to 255 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total bit length of an IPv4 address?

    <p>32 bits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Domain Name Servers (DNS)?

    <p>To translate domain names into IP addresses. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is responsible for the communication between a web server and a web browser?

    <p>HTTP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when new domain names are registered?

    <p>DNS servers all over the world are updated with the new domain name and IP address. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is primarily used for ensuring secure communication between a web browser and a web server?

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

    What is the main function of the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)?

    <p>Transmitting emails between mail servers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol enables the transmission of multimedia files, including audio and binary data, over TCP/IP networks within email?

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

    Which protocol is responsible for assigning dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network?

    <p>DHCP (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Network Time Protocol (NTP)?

    <p>To synchronize time between computers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is used by IP to discover the hardware address of a network interface based on its IP address?

    <p>ARP (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)?

    <p>Collecting user and email information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol enables users to manipulate and view email messages on a server as if they are stored locally?

    <p>IMAP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) technology?

    <p>Download speed is faster than upload speed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following internet connection types uses an analog line with a limited frequency response?

    <p>Dial-up (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical downstream speed and upstream speed for satellite networking, respectively?

    <p>5 Mbit/s downstream, 1 Mbit/s upstream (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a Basic Rate Interface (BRI) ISDN connection from a Primary Rate Interface (PRI) connection?

    <p>BRI provides two 64 kbit/s bearer channels and one 16 kbit/s signaling channel, whereas PRI has more channels. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular network technology was initially known for poor data support due to its use of circuit switching?

    <p>GSM/CDMA (2G networks) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary basis for the Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology?

    <p>GSM/EDGE (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical intended use of ISDN connections?

    <p>Commonly used as connectivity from the PSTN to large phone systems (PBX). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following technologies is characterized by high latency?

    <p>Satellite Networking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate signal radius of fixed WiMAX?

    <p>30 miles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is considered a legacy system due to its relatively slow throughput and difficulty of finding a modem for?

    <p>Dial-up (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of communication does TCP provide?

    <p>Communication between applications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is responsible for routing packets between computers?

    <p>IP (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of UDP compared to TCP?

    <p>Simpler and less reliable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does IP handle communications effectively?

    <p>By breaking data into packets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the full-duplex communication in TCP imply?

    <p>Line is occupied until closed by either application (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does DHCP serve in the TCP/IP standard?

    <p>Provides dynamic addressing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major difference between TCP and IP communications?

    <p>TCP manages application communication, while IP manages network communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes ICMP within TCP/IP protocols?

    <p>It provides error messages and operational statistics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a computer network?

    <p>To facilitate communication and resource-sharing among users (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic used to classify computer networks?

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

    An example of a Local Area Network (LAN) would be:

    <p>A computer network within a single building (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Personal Area Network (PAN) primarily used for?

    <p>Enabling communication among devices within close proximity to an individual (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Advanced Research Projects Agency Network (ARPANET) was significant because it:

    <p>Laid the groundwork for the modern Internet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes a Campus Area Network (CAN)?

    <p>An interconnection of LANs within a limited geographic area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is NOT typically associated with Local Area Networks (LANs)?

    <p>Long-distance interconnections between cities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of a computer network?

    <p>Facilitates communication and resource sharing among users (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily distinguishes a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) from a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

    <p>A MAN connects LANs in a small geographic area whereas a WAN covers broader areas. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes a Storage Area Network (SAN)?

    <p>A SAN is primarily used for providing access to consolidated block level storage. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

    <p>It interconnects networks across metropolitan and national boundaries. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might an enterprise prefer to use a SAN over a traditional network for storage?

    <p>A SAN provides faster access to storage devices for servers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest WAN in existence?

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

    Which of the following best explains the purpose of the Internet?

    <p>It is a collection of networks that allows for sharing information globally. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of networking equipment like routers and switches in a metropolitan network?

    <p>They manage communication between different LANs in a specific area. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does transmission media play in networking?

    <p>It transmits data between network devices. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fundamentals of Networking

    • Networking facilitates communication and resource sharing among computers.
    • Networks are categorized by factors like communication medium, protocol, scale, topology, and organizational scope.

    Introduction/Learning Objectives

    • This module introduces fundamental networking concepts.
    • Students will learn different types of networks.
    • Relevant prior learnings (Module 3, Module 4, and Module 7) should be considered.

    What I Know (Scrambled Words)

    • This section involves arranging scrambled words related to networking concepts.
    • Words include ERINTNET, KTWONER BLCAE, WIESSREL, TERROU, RTPHOSMANE, STGEORA, CHSWIT, PSKDETO, IVAPRTE NEORTWK, and SERERV BEDAS.
    • Students need to arrange these words and use a separate sheet of paper for the answers.

    True or False

    • This section assesses the accuracy of statements about networking concepts.

    • Statements touch upon various protocols, network types, and functionalities (e.g., IP addresses, LANs, SNMP).

    • Students need to determine if each statement is TRUE or FALSE.

    • Answer on a separate sheet of paper.

    • Networks allow file sharing but don't work "over the counter".

    • An IP address usually contains four numbers.

    • A LAN is a small network within a specific geographic area.

    • SNMP is used for computer network administration.

    • FTP is for downloading files, not emails

    • DHCP is for dynamic IP addresses, not email transfer.

    • ARP is about finding hardware addresses based on IP addresses

    • BOOTP is about booting from the network

    • RARP is about the opposite direction of ARP

    • LDAP is about collecting user data, not specifically email addresses.

    What is it?

    • Computer networks link computer systems and equipment for communication and resource sharing.
    • Networks are categorized per characteristics/attributes (medium use protocol, scale, topology, scope)

    Network Scales

    • Local Area Network (LAN): A small network within a limited geographic area, like a building.
    • Features of a LAN: Usually a small network, within a limited area (building, or office), high-speed transfer, controlled access by local administration, full-time accessibility to local services.

    Personal Area Network (PAN)

    • A PAN is a short-range computer network for devices close to a person.
    • Devices include smartphones, tablets, etc.
    • PANs facilitate communication among nearby devices or connection to higher-level networks, such as the internet.

    Campus Area Network (CAN)

    • A CAN connects networks within a limited geographic area, like a university campus, or a company with multiple buildings.
    • CAN is made up of multiple interconnected networks.

    Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

    • A MAN connects multiple LANs within a city or metropolitan area.
    • MANs are a hybrid between LANs and WANs.
    • Examples include connecting buildings or offices within a city.

    Wide Area Network (WAN)

    • A WAN covers a large geographic area, potentially spanning regions, countries, or the entire world.
    • WANs connect networks across long distances.
    • WAN technology usually relies on public networks like the telephone system or satellite links.
    • The internet is an example of a WAN.

    Storage Area Network (SAN)

    • A SAN is a dedicated network for storage devices (like disk arrays).
    • SANs provide consolidated block storage access to servers.
    • SANs operate independently from the regular network of computers.

    The Internet

    • The internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks.
    • It utilizes the standard Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP) for communication.
    • It connects millions of networks around the world.
    • It provides a wide range of communication resources, services and access to information.

    Virtual Private Network (VPN)

    • A VPN is a private network set up over a public network such as the internet.
    • VPNs set up a secure tunnel to connect remote users (like teleworkers) to a central network.
    • VPNs can be widely used to share private data and resources over the internet.

    Server-Based Network

    • In a server-based network, computers share tasks and data via a dedicated server.
    • Servers handle data management (databases), applications, network operations, and file storage.

    Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Network

    • In P2P networks, each computer acts as both a server and a client

    Computer Communication Protocol

    • Protocols define the rules and standards for communication between computers.
    • Protocol TCP/IP defines how computers communicate over the internet.

    TCP/IP Protocols

    • Transmission Control Protocol (TCP): Handles communication between applications.
    • Internet Protocol (IP): Facilitates communication between computers.
    • Other protocols like UDP, SMTP, HTTP, HTTPS etc. are also part of the broader TCP/IP protocols.

    TCP/IP Addressing

    • Every device connected to the internet (computer, smartphone, etc.) has a unique IP address.
    • IP addresses are numerical values used to identify devices on the network.
    • Domain names are used to make IP addresses easier to remember.

    Assessments (Page 16)

    • This page includes True/False and acronym questions pertaining to networking concepts tested in the module's material.

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    Test your understanding of essential networking concepts in this quiz. This module will cover various types of networks and important terms through activities like scrambled words and true/false statements. Enhance your knowledge of network protocols, topologies, and their functionalities.

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