BCA | Computer Network | 2025 Paper | MDSU Exam Paper

Q.1 What is the primary function of a router in a network?

Q.2 Define what an IP address is?

Q.3Explain the difference between TCP and UDP protocols.

Q.4 What is a firewall?

Q.5 Describe the role of a DHCP server in a network

Q.6 Define what a subnet mask is?

Q.7 What are the advantages of using fiber optics in networking?

Q.8 Explain what VPN is and provide one use case?

Q.9 Describe the concept of NAT

Q.10 What is significance of the MAC address in networking?

Part-B

Q.11 Explain how the OSI model helpsin understanding network, operations? Provide a brief descrip tion of cach layer.

Q.12 Describe how a switch differs from a hub and why it is generally preferred in modern networks?

Q.13 Explain the concept of VLANs and their importance in network management

Q.14 Discuss the process of DNS resolution.

Q.15 Explain how packet switching works and why it is efficient for data transmission over netwerks?

Q.16 With neat sketch explain Coaxial cable, Standards of Convial cable and connectors of coaxial cables

OR 

Explain the significance of Switching. What are different switching techniques used in computer networks? Discms.

Q.17 Discuss the role and significance of network security. Explain common security measures like firewalls, encryption and intrusion detection systems

 OR

Explain the IPv6 addressing scheme and compare it to IPv4 in terms of structure, address space, and benefits to modern networking

Q.18 Describe the process and significance of routing in computer networks, including static and dynamic routing methods

OR

Explain in detail about the simplex Stop and Wait protocol.