LTE Network Architecture

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What is the primary function of the Evolved Packet Core (EPC) in an LTE network?

  1. Radio resource management

  2. Packet data transmission

  3. Mobility management

  4. Core network connectivity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is responsible for providing connectivity between the LTE access network and the external networks, such as the Internet and other mobile networks.

Which component of the LTE network is responsible for managing radio resources and scheduling data transmissions?

  1. Evolved NodeB (eNB)

  2. Mobility Management Entity (MME)

  3. Serving Gateway (SGW)

  4. Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Evolved NodeB (eNB) is responsible for managing radio resources and scheduling data transmissions in the LTE network.

What is the purpose of the Mobility Management Entity (MME) in an LTE network?

  1. Managing user mobility

  2. Allocating IP addresses

  3. Forwarding data packets

  4. Providing security services


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mobility Management Entity (MME) is responsible for managing user mobility, including attaching and detaching users to the network, tracking their location, and performing handover procedures.

Which component of the LTE network is responsible for providing security services, such as encryption and authentication?

  1. Evolved NodeB (eNB)

  2. Mobility Management Entity (MME)

  3. Serving Gateway (SGW)

  4. Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Serving Gateway (SGW) is responsible for providing security services, such as encryption and authentication, in the LTE network.

What is the role of the Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW) in an LTE network?

  1. Managing user mobility

  2. Allocating IP addresses

  3. Forwarding data packets

  4. Providing security services


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW) is responsible for forwarding data packets between the LTE network and external networks, such as the Internet.

Which technology is used for the air interface in LTE networks?

  1. Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)

  2. Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)

  3. Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)

  4. Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

LTE networks use Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) as the air interface technology.

What is the maximum theoretical downlink data rate achievable in LTE networks?

  1. 100 Mbps

  2. 150 Mbps

  3. 300 Mbps

  4. 1 Gbps


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The maximum theoretical downlink data rate achievable in LTE networks is 1 Gbps.

Which multiplexing technique is used in the LTE uplink to combine data from multiple users?

  1. Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA)

  2. Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)

  3. Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)

  4. Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

LTE networks use Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) in the uplink to combine data from multiple users.

What is the maximum number of resource blocks available in an LTE carrier?

  1. 50

  2. 100

  3. 150

  4. 200


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are a maximum of 100 resource blocks available in an LTE carrier.

Which scheduling algorithm is used in LTE networks to allocate resources to users?

  1. Round Robin Scheduling

  2. Proportional Fair Scheduling

  3. Maximum Throughput Scheduling

  4. Least Congestion Scheduling


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

LTE networks use Proportional Fair Scheduling to allocate resources to users.

What is the term used for the process of transferring a user from one cell to another in an LTE network?

  1. Handover

  2. Roaming

  3. Attach

  4. Detach


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The process of transferring a user from one cell to another in an LTE network is called handover.

Which technology is used for inter-cell interference coordination in LTE networks?

  1. Coordinated Multi-Point (CoMP)

  2. Interference Cancellation

  3. Power Control

  4. Beamforming


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

LTE networks use Coordinated Multi-Point (CoMP) for inter-cell interference coordination.

What is the name of the protocol used for signaling between the UE and the eNB in an LTE network?

  1. Radio Resource Control (RRC)

  2. Packet Data Convergence Protocol (PDCP)

  3. Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP)

  4. User Datagram Protocol (UDP)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The protocol used for signaling between the UE and the eNB in an LTE network is called Radio Resource Control (RRC).

Which component of the LTE network is responsible for managing the allocation of radio resources?

  1. Evolved NodeB (eNB)

  2. Mobility Management Entity (MME)

  3. Serving Gateway (SGW)

  4. Packet Data Network Gateway (PDN GW)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Evolved NodeB (eNB) is responsible for managing the allocation of radio resources in the LTE network.

What is the term used for the process of establishing a connection between a UE and the LTE network?

  1. Attach

  2. Detach

  3. Handover

  4. Roaming


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The process of establishing a connection between a UE and the LTE network is called attach.

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