PCA25C08J · Cycle Test 1
Covers units 1 & 2: Introduction to Data Communication & Networks / Physical & Data Link Layer
Answer any 4 questions
Compare any five differences between OSI and TCP/IP reference models.
Explain simplex, half-duplex, and full-duplex transmission modes.
Write short notes on analog signals with neat diagrams.
Summarize the concepts of bandwidth and latency.
Discuss the difference between Manchester and Differential Manchester data encoding technique.
Explain the Hamming code with a suitable example.
Answer ALL questions
Analyze the different types of network topologies used in communication with appropriate examples.
Discuss the various switching techniques with suitable examples.
Explain error detection and correction methods with proper examples.
Examine the flow control and access control methods used in the Data Link Layer.