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What is the main focus of the RCS 303 examination?
What is the main focus of the RCS 303 examination?
Students are permitted to refer to their notes during the examination.
Students are permitted to refer to their notes during the examination.
False
What time does the examination begin?
What time does the examination begin?
2 hours
Students are only allowed to leave the exam room ____ minutes before the end of the exam.
Students are only allowed to leave the exam room ____ minutes before the end of the exam.
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Match the following instructions with the correct actions:
Match the following instructions with the correct actions:
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Which technique divides the channel by frequency?
Which technique divides the channel by frequency?
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TDMA allocates a unique frequency band to each user.
TDMA allocates a unique frequency band to each user.
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What does CDMA stand for?
What does CDMA stand for?
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In IoT, data collected by sensors is sent to a central system or _____ for processing.
In IoT, data collected by sensors is sent to a central system or _____ for processing.
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Match the following IoT components with their descriptions:
Match the following IoT components with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is a characteristic of FDMA?
Which of the following is a characteristic of FDMA?
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CDMA is resistant to interference because users have unique codes.
CDMA is resistant to interference because users have unique codes.
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What are some common communication protocols used in IoT?
What are some common communication protocols used in IoT?
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What is a primary issue confronting wildlife conservation in Kenya?
What is a primary issue confronting wildlife conservation in Kenya?
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Water distribution management does not benefit from the use of Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs).
Water distribution management does not benefit from the use of Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs).
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What technology can be used to monitor wildlife movements and detect poaching activities?
What technology can be used to monitor wildlife movements and detect poaching activities?
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Kenya is prone to natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and __________.
Kenya is prone to natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and __________.
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Match the following problems with their corresponding solutions:
Match the following problems with their corresponding solutions:
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What kind of environmental factors can WSNs monitor for disaster management?
What kind of environmental factors can WSNs monitor for disaster management?
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WSNs can enhance healthcare delivery in urban centers only.
WSNs can enhance healthcare delivery in urban centers only.
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What type of sensors can be used to track animal activity in wildlife conservation?
What type of sensors can be used to track animal activity in wildlife conservation?
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What is the primary purpose of frequency allocation by regulatory bodies like ITU?
What is the primary purpose of frequency allocation by regulatory bodies like ITU?
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Higher frequencies are better for wider coverage in access technologies.
Higher frequencies are better for wider coverage in access technologies.
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What are two advanced techniques used by 5G to improve spectrum efficiency?
What are two advanced techniques used by 5G to improve spectrum efficiency?
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Access technologies, like Wi-Fi, often use __________ spectrum to avoid congestion in crowded areas.
Access technologies, like Wi-Fi, often use __________ spectrum to avoid congestion in crowded areas.
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Match the following spectrum considerations with their implications:
Match the following spectrum considerations with their implications:
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What is one of the main impacts of competition for spectrum?
What is one of the main impacts of competition for spectrum?
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Global spectrum harmonization prevents interference and is critical for technologies like LTE and 5G.
Global spectrum harmonization prevents interference and is critical for technologies like LTE and 5G.
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Name one type of satellite that is improving bandwidth and reducing latency in satellite communications.
Name one type of satellite that is improving bandwidth and reducing latency in satellite communications.
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What is the primary functionality of a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)?
What is the primary functionality of a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)?
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A laptop connected to a hotel’s Wi-Fi provides less flexibility compared to traditional desktop computing.
A laptop connected to a hotel’s Wi-Fi provides less flexibility compared to traditional desktop computing.
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How can RFID technology be used in student attendance tracking?
How can RFID technology be used in student attendance tracking?
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The function of an Access Point in a WLAN is to provide __________ to various devices.
The function of an Access Point in a WLAN is to provide __________ to various devices.
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Match the following functionalities with their respective RFID applications:
Match the following functionalities with their respective RFID applications:
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Which of the following describes an advantage of using RFID tags on library materials?
Which of the following describes an advantage of using RFID tags on library materials?
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The main purpose of a laptop in a hotel room is to restrict access to online services.
The main purpose of a laptop in a hotel room is to restrict access to online services.
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What is one major challenge when implementing the wireless network project?
What is one major challenge when implementing the wireless network project?
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What does equipping university equipment with RFID tags help maintain?
What does equipping university equipment with RFID tags help maintain?
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Implementing repeaters or a mesh network can help address coverage gaps in a wireless network.
Implementing repeaters or a mesh network can help address coverage gaps in a wireless network.
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What encryption protocol is recommended for securing wireless communications?
What encryption protocol is recommended for securing wireless communications?
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Conducting a thorough site survey can help identify potential sources of __________ in a wireless network.
Conducting a thorough site survey can help identify potential sources of __________ in a wireless network.
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Which of the following is NOT a mitigation procedure for signal interference?
Which of the following is NOT a mitigation procedure for signal interference?
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Regular security audits are unnecessary for maintaining wireless network security.
Regular security audits are unnecessary for maintaining wireless network security.
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Name one disadvantage of using IP broadcast subnetting in a wireless network.
Name one disadvantage of using IP broadcast subnetting in a wireless network.
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Match the challenge of implementing a wireless network with its mitigation procedure:
Match the challenge of implementing a wireless network with its mitigation procedure:
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Study Notes
General Instructions
- Students are not permitted to write on the examination paper.
- Textbooks, reference books, and notes are not allowed.
- Answer question 1 and at least two other questions.
- Questions in all sections should be answered in the answer booklet(s).
- Start each answer on a new page.
- Turn off phones and keep bags and other items at the front of the room.
- Do not refer to unauthorized materials.
- Always show your working.
- Write your registration number on the answer booklet.
- Write the question number in the order you answer them on the answer booklet.
- Do not use your phone as a calculator.
- Leave the exam room 30 minutes before the end of the exam.
- Do not write on the question paper.
- Use the back of the booklet for calculations and rough work.
Special Instructions (RCS 303: Wireless Networks)
- The exam is 2 hours long.
- Answer questions in the provided answer booklet(s).
- Start each question on a new page
Question One (30 Marks): Section A - Compulsory
- Define the following terms related to satellite communication:
- Earth station (a ground-based facility communicating with satellites)
- Uplink (signal sent from Earth station to satellite)
- Downlink (signal sent from satellite to Earth station)
- Transponder (satellite device receiving, amplifying, and retransmitting signals)
- Elevation angle (angle between horizontal plane and line of sight to satellite)
- Enumerate three benefits of spread spectrum:
- Enhanced security: Makes signals harder to intercept and decode.
- Resistance to interference: Minimizes the impact of noise and jamming.
- Efficient bandwidth utilization: Allows multiple users to share the same frequency without interference.
- Identify three significant strengths of wireless communication systems over wired systems:
- Mobility: Users can access the network without being tied to a physical location.
- Ease of installation: No need for physical cables.
- Scalability: Easily accommodates more users and devices without major infrastructure changes.
- Describe IEEE 802.11d, 802.11e, and 802.11h standards.
- 802.11d: Enables Wi-Fi devices to work across different countries by adapting to local regulations for frequency and power limits.
- 802.11e: Improves quality of service by prioritizing different types of traffic (e.g., voice, video) in multimedia applications.
- 802.11h: Includes dynamic frequency selection and transmit power control to minimize interference while complying with European regulations for 5 GHz operation.
- Describe half-wave dipole, quarter-wave dipole, and parabolic antennas. Include their radiation patterns and application examples.
Question Two (20 Marks): Section B - Answer any two
- Internet of Things (IoT): Explain how IoT works with relevant diagrams. Detail applications in smart homes, healthcare, industrial IoT, and smart cities.
Question Three (20 Marks): Section B - Answer any two
- Wireless Communication Spectrum Considerations: Discuss spectrum allocation, efficiency, regulatory considerations, and competition. Describe the significance in relation to access technologies.
Question Four (20 Marks): Section B - Answer any two
- Bluetooth Technology: Explain Bluetooth technology, its security threats, mitigation strategies, and applications in various contexts, including audio, peripherals, healthcare, home automation, and automotive.
- Long Range Communication Transmission Functions: Briefly describe six major transmission functions required in long-range communication: Modulation, Amplification, Frequency Conversion, Multiplexing, Error Detection and Correction, and Demodulation.
Question Five (20 Marks): Section B - Answer any two
- OSI Layers in Wireless Networks: Detail each of the five layers (Application, Presentation, Session, Transport, and Network) in an OSI protocol suite for wireless networks, including the role and importance of each. Give examples of applications at each layer.
- Wireless Network in Riara University: Explain the usage and impact of RFID technology in a Riara University campus context for applications like asset management, campus access control, and more relevant contexts. Describe network security considerations. Outline any five critical issues relevant to developing a wireless networking policy. Explain and/or describe Bandwidth Management policies and Acceptable Use policies relevant to the context.
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Test your knowledge on the key concepts and techniques related to the RCS 303 examination. This quiz includes questions on IoT components, communication protocols, and unique coding methods such as CDMA and FDMA. Prepare effectively by matching descriptions and understanding exam protocols.