NETWORK IMPLEMENTATION (680/24/M06)
THEORY ASSIGNMENT 1
DUE DATE: 5 SEPTEMBER 2025
Question 1
a) Using diagrams, differentiate between synchronous and asynchronous modes of
transmission. [8]
b) Define the term ‘Intranet’. [2]
c) Justify the importance of protocols in data communication systems using any five (5)
valid functions. [10]
Question 2
a) With reference to the OSI model, illustrate and briefly explain the Encapsulation
process. [10]
b) Differentiate a straight through-through cable from a crossover cable, including
devices where each cable is used to connect. [4]
c) Outline the IEEE 802.11 standard. [4]
d) Describe the importance of an operating system in computing devices. [2]
Question 3
ABC Bank need to internetwork its four departments together. The departments to be
connected are as follows:
• Administration department 40 computers.
• Human Resources 10 computers
• ICT department 5 Computers
• Guest section 20 mobile devices.
Assumption: All the departments are within 100m.
a) Describe the purpose of the four (4) key network devices required to setup this
network. [4]
b) Illustrate the network topology of your proposed solution. Use correct network
devices symbols and label the departments. [6]
c) Describe any technology you would use to connect the bank LAN designed in (b)
above to the Internet. [1]
d) Describe any three (3) disaster recovery techniques you would implement to safeguard
data and networking infrastructure from unplanned disasters. [9]