Exam Booklet: Internet Architecture &

ISP
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the Internet?

 A) A single network
 B) A collection of devices
 C) A Meta-Network (a network of networks)
 D) A software application

2. Which protocol is essential for Internet communication?

 A) HTTP
 B) TCP/IP
 C) FTP
 D) SMTP

3. In a Client/Server network, what is a client?

 A) A server with limited capabilities

 B) A computer that requests resources or services
 C) A powerful computer that provides resources
 D) A standalone computer with no network connection

4. Which type of network architecture has no central authority and all computers are
equal?

 A) Client/Server
 B) Peer-to-Peer (P2P)
 C) Local Area Network (LAN)
 D) Wide Area Network (WAN)

5. What type of server is responsible for delivering web pages?

 A) Mail server
 B) File server
 C) Web server
 D) Database server
Section B: Short Answer Questions
6. Explain the term 'Internet Architecture.'
7. What are the two key standardized elements involved in every IP transmission?
8. Describe the difference between TCP and IP.
9. What are the advantages of using a Client/Server network over a Peer-to-Peer network?
10. List three types of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and describe their roles.

Section C: Essay Questions

11. Discuss the role of TCP/IP in ensuring reliable communication over the Internet. Use
examples to illustrate your points.
12. Compare and contrast Client/Server and Peer-to-Peer network architectures. Discuss
their use cases, advantages, and disadvantages.
13. Explain how ISPs connect users to the Internet and the types of services they provide.
Provide examples of different types of ISPs.

Section D: Practical Questions

14. Case Study:

Scenario: Amity University is setting up a new computer lab and needs to decide
between a Client/Server network and a Peer-to-Peer network.

Question: Based on your understanding of both network architectures, which would you
recommend for the computer lab? Justify your choice with specific advantages and
potential drawbacks.
15. Network Configuration Task:

Task: You are tasked with configuring a small office network. List the steps you would
take to set up a basic Client/Server network, including the types of servers you would
implement and their roles.