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The document consists of a series of questions and answers related to computer networks, including types of networks, differences between LAN, MAN, and WAN, and various network topologies. It also covers switching techniques, the OSI model, and the TCP/IP model, detailing their functions and protocols. Additionally, it discusses IP addressing, subnetting, and the distinctions between public and private IP addresses.

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The document consists of a series of questions and answers related to computer networks, including types of networks, differences between LAN, MAN, and WAN, and various network topologies. It also covers switching techniques, the OSI model, and the TCP/IP model, detailing their functions and protocols. Additionally, it discusses IP addressing, subnetting, and the distinctions between public and private IP addresses.

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1. 1. What are the different types of computer networks with examples?

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2. 2. What is the difference between LAN, MAN, and WAN?

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3. 3. Explain the concept of PAN (Personal Area Network) with an example.

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4. 4. How does the Internet differ from an Intranet?

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5. 5. What are the advantages of using a LAN in an organization?

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6. 6. What is a network topology? Explain the types with real time examples.

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7. 7. Explain Bus topology and mention one real-time example.

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8. 8. What are the advantages and disadvantages of Star topology?

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9. 9. Why is Mesh topology considered reliable?

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10. 10. Give a comparison between Ring topology and Tree topology.

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11. 11. In which scenarios is Hybrid topology preferred?

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12. 12. What is switching in networking?

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13. 13. Explain Circuit Switching with a real-time example.

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14. 14. What is Packet Switching and how is it used in the Internet?

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15. 15. How does Message Switching differ from the other two types?

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16. 16. Which switching technique is used in telephone networks?

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17. 17. What are the pros and cons of Packet Switching?

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18. 18. What is the OSI model and why is it important?

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19. 19. Name the 7 layers of the OSI model.

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20. 20. What is the function of the Physical layer?

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21. 21. At which layer does routing occur?

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22. 22. Which OSI layer is responsible for encryption and compression?

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23. 23. Give real-world examples for each OSI layer:

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24. 24. Which layer ensures end-to-end communication?

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25. 25. How does the Transport layer handle error checking?

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26. 26. What is the role of IP address and at which layer is it used?

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27. 27. Which protocols work at the Application layer?

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28. 28. What does TCP/IP stand for?

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29. 29. What are the layers of the TCP/IP model?

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30. 30. How does the TCP/IP model differ from the OSI model?

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31. 31. Name the protocols used in each layer of the TCP/IP model.

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32. 32. What is the purpose of the TCP/IP protocol suite?

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33. 33. What is the function of the IP protocol?

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34. 34. What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?

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35. 35. What is an IP address?

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36. 36. What is the purpose of subnetting in IP?

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37. 37. What is the difference between public and private IP addresses?

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38. 38. Explain the types of Guided and Unguided medium with examples.

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