ICS251-Computer Networks Assignment-1

Deadline: 27 th January, 2015

1) How does BER (Bit Error Rate) affect network protocol and transmission
efficiency?
2)

What kind of Network topology should a Startup Company (30-35

employees) follow? Discuss its advantages and disadvantages. (you do not
have to adhere to the standard topologies, you can come up with a hybrid model of your choice)

3) Discuss various error detections and correction techniques in network

transmission. (Ex: parity checking, CRC model, etc.)
You need to submit Asssignment1_[ROLL_NO].pdf on the courses portal before
11.59pm
NOTE: ANY KIND OF PLAGARISM WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.