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Data Communication and Computer Network

The document contains two sample question papers for the Data Communication and Computer Network course for the fourth semester Diploma in Computer Engineering program. Question Paper 1 contains 6 questions testing students on topics like modes of communication, benefits of networks, multiplexing, error types, guided vs unguided media, LAN vs WAN vs MAN comparison, and network architectures. Question Paper 2 contains similar style questions testing knowledge of mobile communication generations, subnetting, network topologies, hub and gateway specifications, and protocols like DHCP, IPv4 vs IPv6, Bluetooth architectures. Both papers follow a common format with questions having varying marks based on difficulty.

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Data Communication and Computer Network

The document contains two sample question papers for the Data Communication and Computer Network course for the fourth semester Diploma in Computer Engineering program. Question Paper 1 contains 6 questions testing students on topics like modes of communication, benefits of networks, multiplexing, error types, guided vs unguided media, LAN vs WAN vs MAN comparison, and network architectures. Question Paper 2 contains similar style questions testing knowledge of mobile communication generations, subnetting, network topologies, hub and gateway specifications, and protocols like DHCP, IPv4 vs IPv6, Bluetooth architectures. Both papers follow a common format with questions having varying marks based on difficulty.

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‘I’ Scheme

Sample Question Paper

Program Name : Diploma in Computer Engineering


Program Code : CO/CM/CW
Semester : Fourth 22414
Course Title : Data Communication and Computer Network
Marks : 70 Time: 3 Hrs.

Instructions:
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Illustrate your answers with neat sketches wherever necessary.
(3) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
(4) Assume suitable data if necessary.
(5) Preferably, write the answers in sequential order.

Q.1) Attempt any FIVE of the following. 10 Marks


a) List modes of Communication.
b) Classify Computer networks based of Transmission Technology.
c) Define Guided & Unguided Transmission Medium.
d) State Types of Errors.
e) Compare LRC & VRC.
f) Draw OSI Reference Model.
g) List any four Networking Connecting Devices.

Q.2) Attempt any THREE of the following. 12 Marks


a) Define computer network & state need of computer.
b) Draw a neat diagram of Fiber optic cable & state its types.
c) Describe various IEEE standards for network topologies.
d) Draw & explain TCP/IP protocol suite.

Q.3) Attempt any THREE of the following. 12 Marks


a) Compare different techniques of switching on the basis of Orientation, Flexibility,
Technology, and Layer.
b) Describe the role of transmission medium in the process of data communication.
c) Differentiate between Hub & switch on the basis of layer, ports, device type,
speed.

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d) List all layers of OSI model & state its function.

Q.4) Attempt any THREE of the following. 12 Marks


a) Draw & describe the connecting devices required for LAN for an organization
using Tree topology.
b) Describe any 4 classes of IPv4 addresses with its range.
c) Describe Multiplexing techniques.
d) Give the names of network layer. Where following protocols are relate/belong to:
i) SMTP ii) TCP-UDP iii) IP iv) PPP
e) For a trading firm an organization with 10users, draw network architecture design
of wireless LAN.

Q.5) Attempt any TWO of the following. 12 Marks


a) Draw and describe the process of data communication in:
i) Simplex mode ii) Half Duplex iii) Full Duplex
b) Describe the working principle of Packet switching and Circuit switching
techniques with neat diagram.
c) Describe the process DHCP server configuration.

Q.6) Attempt any TWO of the following. 12 Marks


a) Describe Bluetooth architecture technologies.
b) Describe procedure to configure TCP/IP network layer services.
c) Identify appropriate network topology and network connecting devices for following
requirement. Draw network design for proposed network.
An organization having its office in a building of 5 floor. Each floor it needs 20
machines. There is one File server. Each floor has 2 print servers to facilitate printer
capacity.

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‘I’ Scheme

Sample Test Paper - I


Program Name : Diploma in Computer Engineering
Program Code : CO/CM/CW
Semester : Fourth 22414
Course Title : Data Communication and Computer Network
Marks : 20 Time: 1 Hour.

Instructions:
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Illustrate your answers with neat sketches wherever necessary.
(3) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
(4) Assume suitable data if necessary.
(5) Preferably, write the answers in sequential order.

Q.1 Attempt any FOUR. 08 Marks


a) Describe following Modes of Communication.
a. Simplex
b. Half Duplex.
b) List any four benefits of network.
c) Define Multiplexing. State its types.
d) Define Error. State its types.
e) Compare guided transmission and unguided transmission media.
f) Write applications of guided transmission media and unguided transmission media.

Q.2 Attempt any THREE. 12 Marks


a) Compare LAN vs WAN vs MAN on basis of Speed, Congestion, Maintenance, Area
Coverage.
b) Draw Network architecture for client server network with one file server, one print
server and 5 clients connected to it via network device.
c) Compare UTP with STP on basis of Noise, Ease of Handling, Cost, and Speed.
d) Describe working of CRC with suitable example.

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‘I’ Scheme

Sample Test Paper - II


Program Name : Diploma in Computer Engineering
Program Code : CO/CM/CW
Semester : Fourth 22414
Course Title : Data Communication and Computer Network
Marks : 20 Time: 1 Hour.

Instructions:
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Illustrate your answers with neat sketches wherever necessary.
(3) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
(4) Assume suitable data if necessary.
(5) Preferably, write the answers in sequential order.

Q.1 Attempt any FOUR. 08 Marks


a) List Mobile Generations with their application.
b) Write any 2 advantages of subnetting.
c) Define Topology. List any 2 types of topologies
d) Write following specification of smart hub.
i. Protocol
ii. Radio Bands
e) State use of following protocols.
i. Data Link Layer
ii. Physical Layer
f) Define Subnet and Supernet.

Q.2 Attempt any THREE. 12 Marks


a) Describe process of DHCP for assigning IP address.
b) Compare IPv4 with IPv6. (Any 4 Points)
c) Describe Piconet and Scatternet architecture with neat diagram.
d) Write any 2 specification of following.
a. Gateway
b. Bridge

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