Computer Fundamentals

Name the common transmission media and briefly explain their characteristics.

With the help of illustrations briefly explain the following network topologies. Star topology, bus topology, ring topology.

Name the common transmission media and mention their maximum data rates.

Distinguish between a client and server in connection with LANs.

Explain the terms: 10 Base 5, 10 Base T, FDDI, 100 Base F.

Name the common transmission media of LANs.

Give the major features of LANs.

Explain the major functions of network software.

Explain the terms: network topology, links and network protocols.

Name different types of computer networks and briefly explain their characteristics.