COURSE TITLE: (Networking Fundamentals)  COURSE CODE: ( )

Q1)- (a) Define the terms: “Network”/ “Computer Network”? ---------------------------------------------------------

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(b)- What are the main Benefits and Goals of Networks?
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(c)- Why do we need to build and use Networks? (Mention the TEN reasons behind establishing a network)
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Q2)- (a) Complete the figures below that show and outline the Types of Network:

(b)- In brief, Explain the difference between PEER-TO-PEER Networks & CLIENT/SERVER Networks ?
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(c)- Explain briefly the difference among these types of Networks LAN, MAN & WAN?
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Q3) - Describe briefly (The OSI Model), its importance in networks, and how
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Q4) – Describe in a few words, the following Devices of Network and their function:
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E. Router: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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F. Gateway: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Q5)- (a)- Name the most common Transmission Media that are used in networks? (just Fill in the diagram)

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(b)- Give examples of Hardware & Software of a network (Components of Network)?

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(c)- What is NIC (Network Interface Card)? What is its function? --------------------------------------------------------
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(d)- What is MAC (Media Access Control)? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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(e)- What are the FIVE Classes of IP Address? (IP = Internet Protocol)
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Q6)- (a)- Explain briefly the difference among Internet, Intranet & Extranet?
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(b)- What is DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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(c)- What is Firewall? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Q7)- (a)- Explain the THREE types of

Transmission as shown in the next figure:
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(b)- Explain the meaning of Back Bone and its features? Support your answer with a figure!
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(c)- Describe in a few words, the expression (VPN) Virtual Private Network?

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 Good Luck 
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