Most Important Questions - Computer Networks (Diploma Level)
UNIT 1: Introduction to Computer Networks
1. Define Computer Network. What are its advantages?
2. Differentiate between LAN, MAN, and WAN.
3. Explain the OSI Reference Model with its 7 layers.
4. What are the functions of each layer in the OSI model?
5. Compare OSI model with TCP/IP model.
6. Explain the structure of the TCP/IP model.
7. What is the role of the Network layer in OSI and TCP/IP?
8. Define Protocol. Give examples from each layer.
9. What is encapsulation in networking?
10. What are the differences between circuit switching and packet switching?
11. Explain the client-server model in networking.
12. What is the role of ports and sockets in TCP/IP communication?
13. What is bandwidth and latency?
14. How is data transmitted over a network?
15. Explain peer-to-peer vs client-server architecture.
UNIT 2: Transmission Media and Data Link Layer
1. What are the different types of transmission media?
2. Explain Coaxial cable with advantages and disadvantages.
3. Describe UTP and STP cables with differences.
4. How does Fiber Optic Cable work? What are its benefits?
5. Compare wired and wireless transmission media.
6. Describe the HF, VHF, UHF, and Ku Band frequencies.
7. What are the characteristics of wireless communication?
8. Explain different types of network topologies with diagrams.
9. What are the design issues of the Data Link Layer?
10. Explain Ethernet and how it works.
11. What is WLAN? How is it different from LAN?
12. Explain Bluetooth and its working principle.
13. What is MAC addressing?
14. What are Switching Techniques? Explain any two.
15. Compare circuit switching, message switching, and packet switching.
UNIT 3: Network Layer and Routing
1. What are the responsibilities of the Network Layer?
2. Explain IPv4 addressing format.
3. What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
4. What is routing in networking?
5. Describe Distance-Vector Routing algorithm.
6. Explain Link-State Routing algorithm.
7. Compare RIP and OSPF routing protocols.
8. What are the issues in routing?
9. Explain subnetting with an example.
10. What is CIDR? How is it different from subnetting?
11. What is ICMP and its use?
12. What is ARP and how does it work?
13. What is a routing table?
14. Explain static vs dynamic routing.
15. Define hops in networking and explain hop count.
UNIT 4: Transport and Application Layer
1. What are the functions of the Transport Layer?
2. Explain the working of TCP protocol.
3. What is the difference between TCP and UDP?
4. What is a port number?
5. Explain the concept of segmentation and reassembly.
6. What is flow control in TCP?
7. What is congestion control? How is it managed in TCP?
8. Describe the 3-way handshake process in TCP.
9. What is socket programming?
10. What are the Application Layer protocols?
11. Describe the working of SMTP protocol.
12. Explain DNS and how it resolves domain names.
13. What is HTTP and HTTPS?
14. Compare FTP and TFTP.
15. What is Telnet and its use?
UNIT 5: Network Devices and Management
1. What is a NIC and what is its function?
2. Describe the working of a Hub.
3. How is a switch different from a hub?
4. What is the function of a router?
5. Explain how WiFi devices work.
6. What is a modem and what does it do?
7. Compare router and modem.
8. What is Network Management System (NMS)?
9. Explain the architecture of NMS.
10. What is SNMP? Describe its components.
11. What are MIB and OID in SNMP?
12. What is network monitoring?
13. How do administrators detect and solve network issues?
14. What are firewalls and their purpose?
15. Explain the role of proxies in networks.
