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Course: Resource Sharing and Networking–II (5646) Semester: Spring, 2012
Level: MLIS Total Marks: 100
Pass Marks: 40
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
(Units: 10–14)
Note: Use your own words while working on your assignment. In case of quoting any
fact or statement from any source, always remember to provide full reference of
the source according to “Turabian’s Manual” provided in your course material.
All questions carry equal marks.
Q. 1 Discuss in detail the LAN Topologies alongwith advantages and disadvantages of
each.
Q. 2 Explain the difference between three types of networks.
Q. 3 What does OSI means? Explain the 7 layers of OSI model and common protocols
for electronic data communication.
Q. 4 What is the difference between guided transmission media and unguided
transmission media? Also explain the types of both.
Q. 5 Explain the following terms:
i) Bridges
ii) Routers
iii) Brouters
iv) Repeaters
v) Gateways
vi) Broadband LAN
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