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    This document discusses a tutorial for a network technology module. The tutorial will: 1) Watch two tutorial videos and answer questions about networks, including the differences between LAN, MAN, and WAN networks, and network topologies. 2) Explain the main differences between physical and logical network topologies, star and extended star topologies, and the role of tokens in ring topologies. 3) Discuss the advantages of mesh topologies being fault tolerant and reliable, and the disadvantages of issues broadcasting and being expensive for large networks.

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    This document discusses a tutorial for a network technology module. The tutorial will: 1) Watch two tutorial videos and answer questions about networks, including the differences between LAN, MAN, and WAN networks, and network topologies. 2) Explain the main differences between physical and logical network topologies, star and extended star topologies, and the role of tokens in ring topologies. 3) Discuss the advantages of mesh topologies being fault tolerant and reliable, and the disadvantages of issues broadcasting and being expensive for large networks.

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    Course : Diploma in Information Technology

    Module Code : Unit_04


    Module : Network Technology

    Index Number : 00130996

    Tutorials aim to discuss matters arising from lectures, work not covered in lectures, essays
    or other tasks that have been set or some aspect of the readings. Tutorials are generally
    led by a tutor. As such, the following work is to be discussed and explored either physically
    or via online means.

    Tutorial (2 Hours)

    Watch Video and Answer Questions

    Video 01
    01)
    a) Why do we need networks?

    It allows us to share and transfer information between two or more computers using
    cable or modem.

    b) Explain the three types of network types.

     LAN (Local Area Network)


    It is a computer network that covers a small area. LAN connects computers and
    workstations in office or home. LAN covers a local area of 1km. Data transmission
    rate is 10/100Mbps. Uses IEEE 802 standard.
     MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
    It is an interconnection of network in a city.
    MAN supports data and voice transmission. The best example for MAN is the
    television cable network in cities. MAN covers an area of 2 to 100km. MAN uses IEEE
    802 standard.

     WAN (Wide Area Network)

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    WAN spans wide geographical area such as a state or country, which includes
    multiple computers or LANs. It connects computers through public networks, like
    telephone system, satellite link or leased line. The best example of WAN is internet. It
    covers large geographical area more than 100km.

    c) Compare and contrast the LAN, MAN, and WAN.

    LAN WAN MAN


    Short for local area Short for wide area Short for metropolitan
    network network area network
    Covers a large Confirmed to a city or
    Connects a group of
    geographical area such as town. Distance coverage is
    computers within a limited
    a state, country, or a larger than LAN and
    geographic area
    continent smaller than WAN.
    High bandwidth for data Low bandwidth for data Bandwidth is moderate for
    transfer. transfer data transfer
    Owned by private Established under Owner can be private or
    companies or individuals. distributed ownership. public
    Limited to 100 to 1000 Spans a huge area of Distance coverage is up to
    meters. 100,000k. 100km
    Lower setup cost due to Higher set up cost than Moderate installation
    inexpensive devices LAN and MAN. costs.
    Higher data transfer
    speeds with 10,100 and Low data transfer rates Speed can go up to 100
    1000 Mbps high speed between 10 to 20 Mbps. Mbps
    Ethernet

    Recommended Resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSiB62sy1TI

    Video 02
    02)
    a) Explain the main difference between categories of network topologies.

    There are two categorize of network topologies. They are physical and logical
    topologies. Physical topology is a placement of various nodes and logical topology is a
    deal with the data flow in the network.

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    b) What is the difference between star topology and extended star topology?

    In star topology every node is connected to a central node called a hub or switch. In
    extend star topology we can connect two or more-star topologies with the help of a
    repeater.

    c) What is the main role of token in ring topology?

    Sending and receiving data takes place with the help of a token.

    d) State a closed loop topology.

    e) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of mesh topology.


    Advantages Disadvantages
    Fault tolerant Issues with broadcasting messages
    reliable Expensive and impractical for large
    networks

    Recommended Resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSssKdjjw5zow

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