BCS502

Model Question Paper-1 with effect from 2022-23 (CBCS Scheme)

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Fifth Semester B.E. Degree Examination

Subject Title Computer Networks
TIME: 03 Hours Max. Marks: 100

Note: 01. Answer any FIVE full questions, choosing at least ONE question from each MODULE.

*Bloom’s
Module -1 Taxonomy COs Marks
Level
Q.01 a Explain the four basic topologies used in networks. List advantages
L1,L2 1, 2 7
and disadvantages of each of them.
b What is meant by logical connection in TCP/IP. Explain with
L1,L2 1, 2 7
diagram how the identical objects interact.
c What is data communication? Explain its characteristics and
L1,L2 1, 2 6
components.
OR
Q.02 a What are guided transmission media? Explain twisted pair cable in
L1,L2 1, 2 7
detail.
b Describe each layer of the TCP/IP and its responsibility. L1,L2 1, 2 7
c Compare OSI and TCP/IP Models. What are the reasons for OSI
L1,L2 1, 2 6
model to fail?
Module-2
Q. 03 a What is bit oriented framing and its frame pattern. Explain with
L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
example byte stuffing and unstuffing in bit oriented framing.
b Explain the 3 different HDLC frames with diagram. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
c What is the difference between ALOHA and Slotted ALOHA L1,L2,L3 2, 3 6
OR
Q.04 a Explain CRC encoder and decoder for 4 bit dataword. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
b Explain stop and wait protocol with FSM and Flow diagram. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
c What is PPP? What are the services provided by PPP? L1,L2,L3 2, 3 6
Module-3
Q. 05 a Explain classful addressing system with a neat diagram. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
b Write Dijkstra’s algorithm to compute shortest path with an
L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
example.
c Why is subnetting used and explain its importance. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 6
OR
Q. 06 a Define and explain routing and forwarding in network layer. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
b Explain Open Shortest Path First Protocol with example. L1,L2,L3 2, 3 7
c Explain DHCP and its importance? L1,L2,L3 2, 3 6
Module-4
Q. 07 a Draw the FSM diagrams for connectionless and connected oriented
L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
services offered by transport layer.
b List the services and applications of UDP. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
c Explain Go-Bank-N protocol working. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 6
OR
Q. 08 a Explain connection establishment of TCP using 3-way
L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
handshaking.

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b Explain TCP Congestion control. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
c Explain with example stop and wait protocol. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 6
Module-5
Q. 09 a Explain Standard and Non-Standard Application Layer Protocols. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
b Differentiate client server paradigm and peer-to-peer paradigm. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
c Differentiate between Persistent and Non Persistent connection in
L1,L2,L3 3, 4 6
HTTP.
OR
Q. 10 a Explain how data connections happens in File Transfer Protocol. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
b List the difference between local and remote logging. L1,L2,L3 3, 4 7
c Explain briefly Domain Name System (DNS) L1,L2,L3 3, 4 6

REVISED BLOOMS TAXONOMY LEARNING LEVEL (RBT)

L1: Remember L2: Understand L3: Apply L4: Analyze L5: Evaluate L6: Create

COURSE OUTCOMES (COs)

1 Explain the fundamentals of computer networks.
Apply the concepts of computer networks to demonstrate the working of various layers and
2
protocols in communication network.
3 Analyze the principles of protocol layering in modern communication systems.
Demonstrate various Routing protocols and their services using tools such as Cisco packet
4
tracer.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs)

1 Engineering Knowledge 5 Modern tool usage 9 Individual and Team-Work
2 Problem Analysis 6 Engineer and Society 10 Communication
3 Design / Development 7 Environment and 11 Project Management and
Solutions Sustainability Finance
4 Conduct Investigations of 8 Ethics 12 Life-long Learning
Complex problems

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