II. LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS
1. What are twisted pair and coaxial cables ? Mention their features.
2. What is the difference between wired and wireless networking technology?
3. Write advantages and disadvantages of LAN.
4. Explain any two wireless networking technology.
Answers
Answer:
1.The Major Differences Between Coaxial Cable and Twisted Pair
Coaxial cables are generally used for cable television and internet connections. Twisted pair cables are usually used for telephone connections. Coaxial cables support greater cable lengths. Twisted pair cables are thinner and less expensive.
2. The wired networks require that the cables are connected to each and every one of the computers in the network. The cost of a wired network is lower compared to the wireless network since Ethernet, cables, and switches are not expensive. Wired LAN offers better performance compared to wireless networks.
3.Advantages and disadvantages of local area network (LAN)
What is a virtual local area network (VLAN) ...
Sharing of resources: ...
Client and server relationship: ...
Sharing of the internet: ...
Software program sharing: ...
Securing of data: ...
Communication is easy, fast, and time-saving: ...
Computer identification:
4. The two current technologies for wireless personal area networks are Infra Red (IR) and Bluetooth (IEEE 802.15). These will allow the connectivity of personal devices within an area of about 30 feet. However, IR requires a direct line of site and the range is less.
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