Addressing in Data Communication and Computer Networking

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What is the purpose of addressing in a network or system?

  • To restrict access to certain devices or resources
  • To categorize different types of addresses for easy reference
  • To prioritize network traffic based on address types
  • To assign unique identifiers to facilitate communication and identification (correct)

In the scenario of John and Kate in the jungle, what does the unique phone number represent?

  • IP address (correct)
  • Port address
  • MAC address
  • Physical address

What are the four types of addressing mentioned in the text?

  • Logical, Hierarchical, Network, Transport addressing
  • Local, Global, Static, Dynamic addressing
  • Public, Private, Static, Dynamic addressing
  • MAC, IP, Physical, Port addressing (correct)

What is the main purpose of IP addressing?

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How is addressing defined in the context of network communication?

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Addressing refers to assigning unique identifiers or labels to various entities, such as devices, resources, or locations, to facilitate communication and identification within a network or system. SCOPE Addressing can be applied to a wide range of contexts. Purpose (a way to locate, identify, or communicate) EXAMPLE Imagine you have a letter you want to send to your ______. (EXACT LOCATION)

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Meet two friends JOHN and KATE, Explorer in a big and dense jungle looking for hidden treasure. Two friends forgot to agree on a specific meeting place and as a result, they've become separated and can't find each other. SCENARIO DIAL HIS PHONE NUMBER HE DIAL KATE NUMBER ON HIS PHONE, IS A UNIQUE NUMBER e.g: 03334401228 CALLS HIS FRIEND HE CALLS KATE TO KNOW HIS EXACT LOACTION. FINALLY, FIND HIM BY THE HELP OF HIS UNIQUE PHONE NUMBER, HE FINALLY FINDS KATE.

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ADDRESSING DATA COMMUNICATION AND COMPUTER NETWORKING GROUP MEMBERS KASHAF REHMAN 2021-BBIT-73 IZZAH SHAHID 2021-BBIT-97 01 03 04 INTRODUCTION ALL THE BASIC INTRO OF ADDRESSES AND IT’S COMPARISON WITH NETWORK ADDRESSING TYPES 02 SCENARIO A SCENARIO-BASED STORY THAT CAN RELATE WITH THE ADDRESSING. Comparison TYPES OF ADDRESSING THAT ARE CATEGORIZED INTO FOUR: MAC, IP, PHYSICAL, PORT ADDRESSING IP ADDRESS DEFINITION, PURPOSE AND VERSIONS 04 CONCLUSSION 04 A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FOUR TYPES AND MOST COMMONLY USED ADDRESSING (IP ADDRESSING) ADDRESSING ADDRESSING

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SCENARIO Meet two ______ JOHN and KATE, Explorer in a big and dense jungle looking for hidden treasure. Two ______ forgot to agree on a specific meeting place and as a result, they've become separated and can't find each other.

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SCENARIO DIAL HIS PHONE NUMBER HE DIAL KATE NUMBER ON HIS PHONE, IS A UNIQUE NUMBER e.g: 03334401228 CALLS HIS FRIEND HE CALLS KATE TO KNOW HIS EXACT LOACTION. FINALLY, FIND HIM BY THE HELP OF HIS UNIQUE PHONE NUMBER, HE FINALLY FINDS KATE.

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Purpose of Addressing in a Network

  • Addressing assigns unique identifiers to entities like devices, resources, or locations for effective communication.
  • Facilitates identification and interaction within a network or system.
  • Important for locating and communicating precisely, similar to sending a letter to a specific address.

Scenario of John and Kate

  • John and Kate, explorers in a jungle, represent the need for effective communication to reunite after getting lost.
  • Unique phone numbers serve as identifiers that allow John to call Kate, demonstrating practical use of addressing.

Types of Addressing

  • MAC Addressing: Hardware addresses used to identify devices on a local network.
  • IP Addressing: Provides a unique identifier for each device on a network, essential for routing data.
  • Physical Addressing: The actual physical location of devices.
  • Port Addressing: Identifies specific processes or services on devices using port numbers.

Main Purpose of IP Addressing

  • IP addressing enables devices to communicate over a network by providing unique addresses.
  • It allows data to be routed effectively between devices regardless of their physical location.

Definition of Addressing in Network Communication

  • Addressing is the process of assigning unique identifiers or labels to entities to facilitate communication.
  • It ensures smooth interaction and identification of devices, resources, or locations within a network.

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