9th Computer Science (Session: 2022-23)

Chapter 1st – Networking

Que:1 Fill in the blanks
1. ______________ is a group of two or more computers that are linked in order to share resources such as printers,
files, and other resource.
a. Network b. Internet c. Wireless d. Topology
2. Which of the following is the smallest type of network?
a. MAN b. WAN c. LAN d. None of these
3. _____________ is a device that allow you to connect multiple computers to a single network.
a. Hub b. Bus c. Ring d. Star
4. In _________ network topology, a single backbone cable is shared by all the devices.
a. Bus b. Tree c. Mesh d. Star
5. ____________ prepares information and sends it.
a. Protocol b. Receiver c. Sender d. Hub
Que:2 Write True/False
1. We cannot Share hardware or Software among network devices. False
2. LAN covers a large geographic area. False
3. In full duplex, information can be transmitted in both directions. True
4. Protocols are set of rules by which data transmission takes place between nodes. True
Que:3 Write the Full Forms:
1. LAN : Local Area Network
2. MAN : Metropolitan Area Network
3. WAN : Wide Area Network
4. PAN : Personal Area Network
5. NIC : Network Interface Card

Que:4 Short answer type questions

Q:1 Write the names any four Network Topologies.
Ans: Name of Network Topologies are given below:
a. Bus Topology
b. Star Topology
c. Ring Topology
d. Mesh Topology
e. Tree Topology
f. Hybrid Topology
Q:2 Define Network Interface Card (NIC).
Ans: A Network Interface Card (NIC) is a Printed Circuit
Board (PCB). It is installed on the motherboard inside a
system-unit so that a computer can be connected to a
network. It should be fitted in each client and server
computer. There are two types of network cards:
a. Ethernet Card
b. Wireless Card
Q:3 Write the names of components of Data Communication.
Ans: Name of components of data communication are given
below:
a. Sender
b. Medium
c. Receiver
d. Protocol

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Q:4 Write a short note on HUB.
Ans: A Hub is a hardware device. This device is used in computer networks. It is used in Star
Topology to connect multiple computers in a network. The hub typically receives data at one
port, then it duplicates this data and makes it available on all other ports. In this way, the
hub provides data sharing facility between computers connected in a network.

Q:5 What are the two types of Ring Topologies?

Ans: In Ring topology, all computers are connected like a ring. Each node is connected with its two neighboring nodes.
This topology is of two types:
1. Single Ring: In this topology, computers are connected with each other using a single cable and flow of data is
unidirectional.
2. Dual Ring: In this topology, computers are connected with each other using a dual ring cable and flow of data is
bidirectional.

Que:5 Long Answer Type questions

Q:1 What is Network? Explain its advantages and disadvantages.
Ans: A network is an interconnection of two or more computers. These computers are connected with each other using
some communication channels so that files can be exchanged, resources can be shared and communication can take
place.
Advantages of Networks:
1. Data and information can be shared easily with the help of networks.
2. Hardware and software can be shared using networks.
3. Very fast communication is possible using networks.
4. Files can be used and shared faster in the network.
5. Backup of any computer in a network can be taken easily.
Disadvantages of Networks:
1. If a network fails, all the central services break-down.
2. It is difficult to manage network.
3. It is very costly to make a network.
Q:2 Explain the various components of computer network.
Ans: A computer network has many components. Each component is necessary for the smooth functioning of the
network. The main components of a computer network are described as follows:
● Computers: The main function of a network is to connect computers. There are two types of computers used in a
network: Client Computers and Server Computers.
● Network Interface Card (NIC): This is a computer circuit board / card. It is used to connect a computer to a network.
● Hub / Switch: A hub is a hardware device which is used to build a network. It is used in Star Topology to
interconnect computers in a network.
● Router: A router is a hardware device. It is used in the field of network. This device receives data in a network,
then inspect it and transmits the data to the same network or to some other concerned network.

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Q:3 Write about different types of networks.
Ans: There are many types of networks. Depending on the size of the networks, they can be divided into the following
four types:
1. PAN: PAN stands for Personal Area Network. This network exists around one person. Example: Connection
between two mobiles etc. It has a radius of about 10 meters.
2. LAN: LAN stands for Local Area Network. Such networks are created in the offices or computer labs or at homes. It
is usually designed to share network files or hardware devices. It is limited in size to a radius of 1 mile.
3. MAN: MAN stands for the Metropolitan Area Network. This network is spread over a large area like a city. For
example: cable TV. Network. A MAN typically covers an area of between 5 to 50 kms.
4. WAN: WAN stands for Wide Area Network. This network can be spread over a large geographical area such as a
country, continent or the whole world. Internet is the best example of a WAN network.

Q:4 Explain the various modes of data transmission?

Ans: Data transmission means the flow of data or information between the sender and the receiver. Data transfer
between sender and receiver can be done in the following three ways:

● Simplex Mode: In this mode, the communication is unidirectional. Only one of

the devices can send a signal and the other can only receive a signal. For
example: Communication between keyboard and computer.
● Half-Duplex Mode: In this mode, the flow of communication can be in both
directions, but only one device is capable of communicating at a time. For
example: In a walkie-talkie, sender speaks on one side and the receiver on the
other side listens and then after a pause, another speaks and the first person
listens.
● Full Duplex Mode: Even in full duplex mode, the flow of communication is in
both directions, but communication is possible in both directions at the same time. This is the fastest mode of
communication between devices. For example: Communication between two people using mobile phones.

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