Data Communication And Networking Supplementary NCV Level 4 — Document P1
March 2018 — NCV Level 4 — Data Communication And Networking Supplementary
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1.20\in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.1Successful commun ication means the message is
1.2A configuration where each computer can access the other computer on the network without having to ask permission is known as LAN WAN
1.3refers to the physical and logical layout of nodes in a network. Range Topology Node access Architecture
1.4Large businesses and organistions have their own private telephone network which connect incoming and outgoing cal ls to and from their employees.
1.5means data is transmitted across several channels divided by frequency. Channeling Baseband
1.6Which ONE of the following is NOT a common network problem? Network congestion Server hardware problems
1.7Which cable is no longer used in modern LANs? Fibre optic Unshielded twis ted pair (UTP\ Coaxial
1.8A document contain ing all the user requirements is known as a/an
1.9A copy of a program/application that has been slightly changed is referred to version
1.10Which ONE of the following accounts is used for people who need temporary access to the network? User account
1.11exchange information use one peripheral at a time support electronic mail
1.12protocol t hat enables two computers to establish a connectio n and exchange streams of data
1.13computer can send and receive data over a wireless connection networked WiFi enabled
1.14Which ONE of the following is NOT a network topology? Star Bus
1.15he technique in which enough of the frame is being read to guarantee that the frame is at least the minimum size for the network Store and forward switching Fragment
1.16s protocol for packet routing and forwarding. TCP/IP IPX/SPX DHCP IPV6
1.17You have been hired to install a network at a large government agency that wants to reduce electronic eavesdropping on its network. What kind of cable will you use? UTP
1.18A ... device does NOT need extra software to function as the operating system already contains its specifications. NIC printer
1.19is a program a user can run to install an application application software
1.2Which W AN device is used as an interface between a router and a digital circuit? WAN switch Modem
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2.10\in the ANSWER BOOK.
2.1A username is a unique name that is given to a network user.
2.2A stand alone application is specially designed for working with networks.
2.3The RJ con nector shape is used to connect twisted pair cables to a network device.
2.4Data that is not prepared for transmission is called raw data.
2.5Radio waves have a data transfer rate of about 4 Mbps.
2.6One of the functions of a network admini strator is the management of security.
2.7IEEE 802.11 and IEEE 802.16 are WAN protocols used to transmit data at various rates in a range of bands.
2.8Baseband is the amount of data that a cable can carry. (10041014\ NC740 (E\ (F 27
2.9The change management plan helps you to manage the network.
2.10Packet s witching establishes a point to point circuit before data transmission. (10 1\
Q3— Section header —
3.10\the ANSWER BOOK. COLUMN A COLUMN B
3.10Areas in which wireless access to network/internet is possible Hybrid network topology in which all computers co nnect to one another Two or more drives on a network serv er that provide fault tolerance
Q4— Section header —
4.10\ the ANSWER BOOK.
4.2which carr ies data signals.
4.3Each NIC has a unique
4.4An addressing and routing for the TCP/IP suite.
4.5The token ring network architecture has the ability to isolate faults automatically by usin
4.6requirements, taking into account budget and time.
4.7Programmes that help users configure, customise and work with their computer and netwo
4.9information resources.
4.10n monitor network activity and store monitoring information. (10 1\ [10] TOTAL SECTION A 5010
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5.1Identify the elements in the above diagram. Write the answer next to the etter (A E\ in the ANSWER BOOK.
5.2Explain by means of an example how bandwidth is measured and expressed. (4\
5.3Briefly explain THREE LAN protocols. (6\
5.4Name and briefly explain THREE types of telephone network services. (6\
5.5Explain the difference between synchronous and asynchronous data communication with the aid of a diagram (9\ [30]30
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6.1Explain how the bus and ring network topology send data on a network with
6.2Explain the differences between baseband and broadband transmission. (5\
6.3Identify FIVE common network problems (5\
6.4Describe the features of a network layer protocol. (10\ [30]30
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7.1List THREE types of ne twork cable that is available in the industry (3\
7.2Explain how cable termination is attached and achieved on a network. (3\
7.3UTP cabling has 6 categories. List the speed and use of category 1 and category 4. (4\
7.4Describe fibr e optic cable (5\
7.5Read the scenario below and answer the questions. Dube Mchunu is the ow ner of Firestone Technologies. The company specialises in installing new an d maintaining existing networks and maintenance and repairs
7.5.1Explain why Lungile must complete a feasibility study before implementing and installing a network. (4\
7.5.2List SIX task that Lungile will complete in order to install a switch. (6\
7.5.3Lungile has installed AVG and Microso ft Office 2007. Draw up an installation record document that he can use to record this information. (5\ [30] (10041014\30
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8.1List FIVE tasks that need to be completed in order to finalise the installation of an application on the LAN (5\
8.2What FIVE aspects must be recorded in order to ensure that network application software operates according to the manufacturer's specifications after installation? (5\
8.3Briefly explain the relationship depicted in FIGURE 1. (5\ FIGURE 1
8.4Briefly explain any FIVE permissions listed in Figure 2. (5 2\ (10\ FIGURE 2 LAN
8.5State THREE uses of built in system software utilities for use
8.6Identify TWO ways to achieve remote access to a network. (2\ [30]30
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9.1List NINE steps that you will follow to shut down a network correctly. (9\
9.2List THREE possible reasons why user may not be able to access network which is availabl
9.3Wh ich THREE types of documents will you use for a security policy? (3\
9.4Identify THREE tasks that are involved in network administration. (3\
9.5Name TWO devices that you will use when implementing a WAN. (2\
9.6Explain how a packet switching network handles data. (5\
9.7Distinguish between a switched virtual circuit and a permanent virtual circuit (5\ [30] TOTAL SECTION B: 15030
Multiple Choice Options
1A).. device does NOT need extra software to function as the operating
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Total200 marks
Sections20 + 10 + 10 + 10 + 30 + 30 + 30 + 30 + 30 = 200 marks
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TitleDocument
SubjectData Communication And Networking Supplementary
LevelNCV Level 4
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2018
MonthMarch
Pages12
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Examination context
Decade2010s
Years ago8y
SeasonAutumn (SH)
Start dayThursday
Exam periodMarch 2018
Days since exam3,148
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