Computer Networks Lab Experiments
Experiment 1: Study of Different Types of LAN & Network Equipments
In this experiment, various types of Local Area Networks (LANs) are studied along
with hardware devices like switches, routers, hubs, bridges, and network interface
cards. The differences in functionality and application of each device are analyzed.
Experiment 2: Study and Verification of Standard Network Topologies
This experiment covers the standard network topologies such as Star, Bus, Ring,
Mesh, and Hybrid. Each topology is set up and verified through simulation or
physical arrangement to understand their communication flow and fault tolerance.
Experiment 3: LAN Installations and Configurations
This involves setting up a LAN with multiple computers and configuring IP
addresses, subnet masks, gateways, and verifying connectivity using commands like
ping and traceroute.
Experiment 4: Write a Program to Implement Various Types of Error Correcting
Techniques
Programs are written in C or Python to implement error detection and correction
techniques like Parity Check, CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check), and Hamming Code.
Experiment 5: Write a Program to Implement Various Types of Framing
Methods
This experiment includes writing code to implement different framing techniques
like character count, byte stuffing, bit stuffing, and flag-based framing for data
transmission.
Experiment 6: Study of Tool Command Language (TCL)
TCL scripting language is studied for use in network simulations. Syntax, commands,
and its use in configuring simulation parameters in NS2 are practiced.
Experiment 7: Study and Installation of Standard Network Simulator
Network simulators like NS-2, NS-3, OpNet, and QualNet are installed. A basic
simulation of network topologies and routing is performed using these tools.
Experiment 8: Study & Installation of ONE Simulator for High Mobility Networks
The Opportunistic Network Environment (ONE) simulator is installed and used to
model DTN (Delay Tolerant Networks) and simulate communication in high-
mobility environments.
Experiment 9: Configure 802.11 WLAN
Wireless LAN is configured using routers and access points. SSID, encryption
(WPA2), MAC filtering, and IP addressing are set up for secure wireless
communication.
Experiment 10: Implement & Simulate Various Types of Routing Algorithms
Different routing algorithms like Distance Vector, Link State, Dijkstra, and Bellman-
Ford are implemented or simulated using network simulation tools to understand
routing behavior.