6-Computer Networking
6-Computer Networking
061006T4ICT
ICT TECHNICIAN LEVEL 6
IT/OS/ICT/CR/01/6
PERFORM COMPUTER NETWORKING
NOV/DEC 2023
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
TIME: 3 Hours
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE
1. This paper has TWO sections A and B. Attempt questions in each section as
per instructions given in the section.
2. You are provided with a separate answer booklet.
3. Marks for each question are indicated in the brackets.
4. Do not write on the question paper
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SECTION A: 40 MARKS
Attempt ALL questions in this section.
1. Define the term protocol as used in computer networking. (1 Mark)
2. Define the following terminologies used in computer networking field. (6 Marks)
i. Network
ii. Network topology
iii. Node
3. VPN is one of the important technologies used by most of the networking
organizations and individuals in their day to day networking activities. State THREE
of advantages of VPN. (3 Marks)
4. List the FIVE layers of the TCP/IP reference model. (4 Marks)
5. Networking devices such as smartphones and laptops require IP addresses to
communicate with each other and access the internet. Outline TWO examples of
Internet connections. (2 Marks)
6. Differentiate between Straight-through and crossover cables as used in network
connection media. (2 Marks)
7. Compare and contrast the TCP and UDP protocols as used in data communication.
(6 Marks)
8. A company seeks to buy networking devices to set up a LAN. Some of the devices on
the list include the following: hub, switch and router. Explain the purpose of each of
these devices. (6 Marks)
i. Hub
i. Switch
ii. Router
9. Using a diagram, illustrate and explain peer-to-peer (P2P) networks and server-based
networks. (6 Marks)
10. Explain any TWO ways in which ARP protocol is associated with MAC/IP addresses.
(4 Marks)
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SECTION B: 60 MARKS
Attempt any THREE questions in this section.
11.
a) Newly founded networking company seeks to employ a network
administrator. Highlight FOUR duties he is required to perform. (4 Marks)
a) Explain THREE classes of ipv4 address giving examples in each. (6 Marks)
b) Explain FIVE benefits of DHCP protocol as used by network administrator
during network configuration. (10 Marks)
12.
a) Discuss any FIVE types of networks used by individuals and organizations in
real life. (10 Marks)
b) Encryption and decryption are important operations in the field of network
communication. Distinguish between Encryption and decryption. (4 Marks)
c) Explain THREE benefits of their use. ( 6 Marks)
13.
a) Describe the 7 layered OSI reference model (14 Marks)
b) Discuss the following terms used in networking field. (6 Marks)
i. DNS
ii. NAT
iii. VLAN
14.
a) Wambilianga runs a small business with 10 computer devices. He seeks to
know what type of IP addresses he should use to assign to his devices. Explain
public, private and special ipv4 addresses. (6 Marks)
b) Advise him on what type of IP address he should use and justify. (4 Marks)
c) Explain FIVE types of network topologies commonly used in networking
organizations. (10 Marks)
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