Computer Networks Flashcard 2025

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What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

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Small computer networks confined to a localized area.

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Wide Area Network (WAN)

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Networks that spread across countries or large geographical areas.

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What is the role of a server in a network?

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Facilitates the sharing of data, software, and hardware resources.

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What are the types of networks mentioned?

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LAN, WAN, MAN, P2P, Client-Server

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What is the difference between circuit switching and packet switching?

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Circuit switching establishes a dedicated path, while packet switching sends data in packets.

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What is a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

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An interconnection of devices within a range of an individual person.

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What is the set of rules for transferring hypertext on WWW?

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HTTP

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What is the base communication protocol of the internet?

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TCP/IP

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What technology is known as GSM-IP?

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GPRS

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What does 4G offer in terms of data rates?

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Over 100Mbps