Star Topology in Computer Networks
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What is the primary purpose of MAN in a networking infrastructure?

  • To provide a backbone for WANs
  • To establish connections between distant locations
  • To connect devices in a wired LAN
  • To connect multiple LANs in a metropolitan area (correct)

What is the primary function of the data-link layer in the OSI model?

  • Data encryption and decryption
  • Process-to-process communication
  • Error-free transfer of data frames (correct)
  • Routing and logical addressing

Which layer is responsible for data encryption and decryption in the OSI model?

  • Data-link layer
  • Network layer
  • Physical layer
  • Presentation layer (correct)

Which network topology is commonly associated with LANs where all devices are connected to a central point?

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

What does the term 'LAN' stand for in networking?

<p>Local Area Network (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Network Layer in the OSI model?

<p>Routing and address assignment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which OSI layer is responsible for providing services to end-user applications?

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

What is the primary concern of the Data Link Layer?

<p>Node-to-node transmission without errors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which OSI layer is responsible for encrypting and decrypting data?

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

What is the primary function of the Transport Layer?

<p>End-to-end error control and flow control (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which OSI layer is responsible for maintaining a session between communicating devices?

<p>Session Layer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of a star topology in terms of device failure?

<p>Only the failed device is affected (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary disadvantage of a star topology in terms of cost?

<p>It is costly due to the requirement of individual cables (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the OSI model?

<p>To specify the functions of each layer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest level of the OSI model?

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

What is the lowest level of the OSI model?

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

What year did the International Standards Organization (ISO) develop the OSI model?

<p>1984 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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