1. Introduction to Computer Networks
- What is a computer network?
- Define the term “network topology.”
- What is the difference between a LAN and a WAN?
- Explain the term “bandwidth.”
- What is latency in networking?
2. Network Models
- What is the OSI model?
- What is the TCP/IP model?
- How do the OSI and TCP/IP models differ?
- What does the term “protocol” mean in networking?
3. Physical Layer
- What is the primary function of the physical layer?
- Name three types of physical media used in networking.
- What is the purpose of a network interface card (NIC)?
- Explain the difference between guided and unguided transmission media.
- What is signal attenuation?
4. Data Link Layer
- What is the main function of the data link layer?
- Define MAC address.
- What is Ethernet?
- Explain the concept of frame in the data link layer.
- What is the difference between a switch and a hub?
5. Network Layer
- What is the primary responsibility of the network layer?
- Define IP address.
- What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
- What is subnetting?
- Explain the purpose of a router.
6. Transport Layer
- What are the main functions of the transport layer?
- What is the difference between TCP and UDP?
- Explain the term “port number.”
- What is flow control?
- Define “congestion control.”
7. Application Layer
- What is the role of the application layer?
- Name three application layer protocols.
- What is HTTP?
- Explain the term “FTP.”
- What is DNS?
8. Network Security
- What is network security?
- Define firewall.
- What is encryption?
- Explain the concept of VPN.
- What is a DDoS attack?
9. Wireless Networks
- What is a wireless network?
- Define Wi-Fi.
- What is Bluetooth?
- Explain the term “SSID.”
- What is the difference between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi?
10. Network Devices
- What is a modem?
- Explain the function of a switch.
- What is the difference between a router and a gateway?
- Define access point.
- What is a bridge?
11. IP Addressing and Subnetting
- What is a subnet mask?
- How is an IP address structured?
- What is CIDR?
- Explain the purpose of a default gateway.
- What is NAT?
12. Network Protocols
- What is a protocol suite?
- Define ARP.
- What is ICMP?
- Explain the purpose of DHCP.
- What is SNMP?
13. Network Troubleshooting
- What is the purpose of network troubleshooting?
- Name three common network troubleshooting tools.
- Explain the term “ping.”
- What is traceroute?
- Define packet sniffing.
14. Network Management
- What is network management?
- What is a network management protocol?
- Explain the term “network monitoring.”
- What is a network management system (NMS)?
- Define bandwidth management.
15. Cloud Computing
- What is cloud computing?
- Explain the term “SaaS.”
- What is the difference between IaaS and PaaS?
- What is cloud storage?
- Define virtualization.
16. Network Services
- What is a web server?
- Define email server.
- What is a DNS server?
- Explain the term “proxy server.”
- What is a DHCP server?
17. Emerging Technologies
- What is 5G?
- Define IoT.
- What is edge computing?
- Explain the term “blockchain.”
- What is SDN?
18. Network Performance
- What is network performance?
- Define throughput.
- What is jitter?
- Explain the term “packet loss.”
- What is Quality of Service (QoS)?
- What is MQTT?
20. Network Standards and Organizations
- What is IEEE?
- Define the term “RFC.”
- What is the IETF?
- Explain the role of the ITU.
- What is ISO in networking?
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