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Which of the following is NOT a common element in all communication methods?
Which of the following is NOT a common element in all communication methods?
Protocols are optional for successful network communication.
Protocols are optional for successful network communication.
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Name one purpose of a communication protocol.
Name one purpose of a communication protocol.
To establish a common language and grammar for communication.
Protocols define the __________ options, which determine how messages are sent across a network.
Protocols define the __________ options, which determine how messages are sent across a network.
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Match the following types of message delivery with their descriptions:
Match the following types of message delivery with their descriptions:
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What is a critical component of message formatting in network communications?
What is a critical component of message formatting in network communications?
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The sender and receiver must always be identified in a communication protocol.
The sender and receiver must always be identified in a communication protocol.
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What is meant by 'message encapsulation' in network communication?
What is meant by 'message encapsulation' in network communication?
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What is the process called when a letter is placed into an addressed envelope?
What is the process called when a letter is placed into an addressed envelope?
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A broadcast message is delivered to a specific host only.
A broadcast message is delivered to a specific host only.
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What must happen to long messages before they travel across a network?
What must happen to long messages before they travel across a network?
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Messages are converted into _____ by the sending host.
Messages are converted into _____ by the sending host.
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Which statement best describes flow control in networking?
Which statement best describes flow control in networking?
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Match the message delivery options with their descriptions:
Match the message delivery options with their descriptions:
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Collisions during message transmission require specific responses from hosts.
Collisions during message transmission require specific responses from hosts.
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Each frame contains its own addressing information, including a _____ address and a source address.
Each frame contains its own addressing information, including a _____ address and a source address.
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Which protocol is responsible for managing individual conversations during communication?
Which protocol is responsible for managing individual conversations during communication?
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Protocols can only be implemented in software.
Protocols can only be implemented in software.
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Name one common networking protocol.
Name one common networking protocol.
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The protocol that encapsulates TCP segments into packets is called ___ .
The protocol that encapsulates TCP segments into packets is called ___ .
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What is the correct order of the encapsulation process when sending data from a web server to a client?
What is the correct order of the encapsulation process when sending data from a web server to a client?
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Ethernet is used for the physical transmission of data on the network media.
Ethernet is used for the physical transmission of data on the network media.
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What is the primary role of the HTTP protocol?
What is the primary role of the HTTP protocol?
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Match the following protocols with their primary functions:
Match the following protocols with their primary functions:
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a layered model?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a layered model?
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The OSI model has a single layer dedicated to physical connections.
The OSI model has a single layer dedicated to physical connections.
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What does the 'Transport' layer in the OSI model define?
What does the 'Transport' layer in the OSI model define?
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The __________ model was created in the early 1970s for internetwork communications.
The __________ model was created in the early 1970s for internetwork communications.
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Match the following OSI model layers with their functions:
Match the following OSI model layers with their functions:
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Which of the following layers in the OSI model is responsible for managing data exchange?
Which of the following layers in the OSI model is responsible for managing data exchange?
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The TCP/IP model includes more layers than the OSI model.
The TCP/IP model includes more layers than the OSI model.
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What is the main purpose of the Presentation layer in the OSI model?
What is the main purpose of the Presentation layer in the OSI model?
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What is the purpose of message segmentation in data communication?
What is the purpose of message segmentation in data communication?
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The encapsulation process adds information at each layer of the protocol stack.
The encapsulation process adds information at each layer of the protocol stack.
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Name the PDU for the Data Link Layer.
Name the PDU for the Data Link Layer.
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The receiving device uses the ______ process to extract protocol headers.
The receiving device uses the ______ process to extract protocol headers.
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Which PDU corresponds to the Transport Layer?
Which PDU corresponds to the Transport Layer?
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Match the following layers with their corresponding PDU:
Match the following layers with their corresponding PDU:
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What type of addresses are used in the Network Layer for delivering IP packets?
What type of addresses are used in the Network Layer for delivering IP packets?
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Data link addresses are responsible for delivering data across different networks.
Data link addresses are responsible for delivering data across different networks.
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Which of the following elements is crucial for all methods of communication?
Which of the following elements is crucial for all methods of communication?
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Protocols are optional for effective communication.
Protocols are optional for effective communication.
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What does message encapsulation allow in network communication?
What does message encapsulation allow in network communication?
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The __________ identifies the sender and receiver in network communication protocols.
The __________ identifies the sender and receiver in network communication protocols.
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Match the following types of message delivery with their definitions:
Match the following types of message delivery with their definitions:
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Which protocol is essential for converting information into a format suitable for transmission?
Which protocol is essential for converting information into a format suitable for transmission?
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Message timing only refers to the speed of delivery.
Message timing only refers to the speed of delivery.
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What must be established for effective protocol communication?
What must be established for effective protocol communication?
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What is the purpose of encapsulation in message formatting?
What is the purpose of encapsulation in message formatting?
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A multicast message is delivered from one host to all hosts on the network.
A multicast message is delivered from one host to all hosts on the network.
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What term is used for the process of breaking long messages into smaller parts for transmission?
What term is used for the process of breaking long messages into smaller parts for transmission?
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The host sends messages encoded into patterns of _____, light waves, or electrical impulses.
The host sends messages encoded into patterns of _____, light waves, or electrical impulses.
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Which protocol is responsible for managing conversations between devices during communication?
Which protocol is responsible for managing conversations between devices during communication?
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Match the message delivery options with their definitions:
Match the message delivery options with their definitions:
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Protocols are always implemented in hardware only.
Protocols are always implemented in hardware only.
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What role does flow control play in network communication?
What role does flow control play in network communication?
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Name two common networking protocols.
Name two common networking protocols.
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The protocol that assigns addresses and delivers packets to the destination host is called _____.
The protocol that assigns addresses and delivers packets to the destination host is called _____.
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Each frame in a network carries its own addressing information.
Each frame in a network carries its own addressing information.
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What is the term for the agreed format required for proper delivery of messages?
What is the term for the agreed format required for proper delivery of messages?
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Match the following protocols with their primary functions:
Match the following protocols with their primary functions:
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What is the correct sequence in the encapsulation process when sending data?
What is the correct sequence in the encapsulation process when sending data?
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Protocol suites allow for communication between different networking devices.
Protocol suites allow for communication between different networking devices.
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What is added to the data at the Data Link Layer to create an Ethernet Frame?
What is added to the data at the Data Link Layer to create an Ethernet Frame?
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Which organization focuses on long-term research related to Internet and TCP/IP protocols?
Which organization focuses on long-term research related to Internet and TCP/IP protocols?
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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) manages IP address allocation.
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) manages IP address allocation.
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What is the order in which the headers are removed when data frames are processed by the client?
What is the order in which the headers are removed when data frames are processed by the client?
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Open standards encourage __________, competition, and innovation.
Open standards encourage __________, competition, and innovation.
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Match the following organizations with their primary functions:
Match the following organizations with their primary functions:
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Which organization is dedicated to creating standards in a wide area of industries including networking?
Which organization is dedicated to creating standards in a wide area of industries including networking?
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Name one of the main standards organizations involved in the evolution of Internet use.
Name one of the main standards organizations involved in the evolution of Internet use.
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Open standards are typically established by profit-driven organizations.
Open standards are typically established by profit-driven organizations.
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Which layer in the OSI model is responsible for organizing dialogue and managing data exchange?
Which layer in the OSI model is responsible for organizing dialogue and managing data exchange?
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The TCP/IP model contains more layers than the OSI model.
The TCP/IP model contains more layers than the OSI model.
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What is one benefit of using a layered model in networking?
What is one benefit of using a layered model in networking?
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The __________ layer in the OSI model describes the mechanical and electrical means for transmitting bits.
The __________ layer in the OSI model describes the mechanical and electrical means for transmitting bits.
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Match the following OSI model layers with their functions:
Match the following OSI model layers with their functions:
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What is a key characteristic of the OSI model compared to the TCP/IP model?
What is a key characteristic of the OSI model compared to the TCP/IP model?
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The Presentation layer in the OSI model is responsible for defining the services for data transfer.
The Presentation layer in the OSI model is responsible for defining the services for data transfer.
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What is the primary purpose of the Application layer in the OSI model?
What is the primary purpose of the Application layer in the OSI model?
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Study Notes
Communication Fundamentals
- All communication methods have a source (sender), a destination (receiver), and a channel (media).
- Rules or protocols govern all communication methods.
Rule Establishment
- Protocols ensure effective communication by defining sender and receiver identification, common language, delivery speed/timing, and confirmation/acknowledgment requirements.
- Network communication protocols also include message encoding, delivery options, formatting, encapsulation, timing, and size restrictions.
Message Encoding
- Hosts must encode data in a format compatible with the communication media.
- The sending host converts messages into bits and encodes them into sound, light waves, or electrical impulses depending on the network.
- The receiving host decodes the signals to interpret the messages.
Message Formatting and Encapsulation
- Data is encapsulated in a specific format known as a frame before being sent over the network.
- Think of a frame as an envelope containing the sender and receiver addresses.
Message Size
- Long messages are broken into smaller pieces, called frames, for transmission.
- Frames are addressed individually, allowing the receiving host to reconstruct the complete message.
Message Timing
- ** Access Method:** Protocols allow networked devices to access the network for sending messages.
- ** Flow Control:** Prevents overwhelming the receiving device by defining the appropriate timing for sending and receiving data.
- ** Response Timeout:** Specifies the wait time for responses and what steps to take if a response isn't received.
- ** Delivery Options:**
- ** Unicast:** Sending messages from one device to one other specific device.
- ** Multicast:** Sending messages from one device to a group of selected devices.
- ** Broadcast:** Sending messages from one device to all devices on a network.
Network Protocols and Standards
- Protocols are implemented in software, hardware, or both, and are organized into layers.
- Each protocol layer depends on the functionality defined in the lower levels.
Network Protocols
- These define a common format and rules for communication between devices and include protocols like Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), and Internet Protocol (IP).
Protocol Interaction
- Communication between a web server and web client utilizes multiple protocols:
- HTTP: Manages web server and client interactions.
- TCP: Manages individual conversations.
- IP: Encapsulates TCP segments into packets for delivery.
- Ethernet: Facilitates data link communication and physical transmission over network media.
Protocol Suites
- TCP/IP Protocol Suite: A collection of protocols used for internet communication.
TCP/IP Communication Process
- When sending data from a web server to a client, the encapsulation process follows these steps:
- The webserver prepares the HTML page.
- The HTTP application layer sends the data to the transport layer (TCP).
- TCP breaks the data into segments and identifies each.
- IP addresses are added to create an IP Packet.
- The IP packet is encapsulated into an Ethernet Frame.
- The Ethernet Frame is sent to the nearest router along the path to the web client.
- Each router adds new data link information before forwarding the packet.
Standards Organizations
- Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF): Develops and promotes internet-related standards.
- International Organization for Standardization (ISO): Sets international standards for data processing, communications, and more.
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE): Develops standards for a wide range of electrical and electronic technologies.
- International Telecommunications Union-Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T): Establishes standards for video compression, Internet Protocol Television (IPTV), and broadband communications.
Reference Models
- Layered network models provide benefits for protocol design, competition, technology changes, and communication descriptions.
The OSI Reference Model
- Application: Protocols for process-to-process communications.
- Presentation: Ensures consistent data representation.
- Session: Manages data exchanges and communication sessions.
- Transport: Segments, transfers, and reassembles data.
- Network: Exchanges data between devices over the network.
- Data Link: Exchanges data frames between devices over a common media.
- Physical: Deals with the transmission of bits over physical connections.
The TCP/IP Protocol Model
- Developed for internet communication in the 1970s.
- Open Standard.
- Also known as the Internet Model or the TCP/IP Model.
The OSI Model and TCP/IP Model Comparison
- The OSI model expands the network access and application layers of the TCP/IP model to include more discrete functions.
Data Transfer in the Network
Data Encapsulation & Message Segmentation
- Large data streams are divided into smaller segments for easier transmission.
- Multiplexing allows multiple conversations to interleave on the network.
- Segmentation ensures labeled data can be retransmitted if some parts fail during transmission.
Protocol Data Units (PDUs)
- Each layer in the network model adds information to the data as it moves down the protocol stack – this is called encapsulation.
- The form of the data at each layer is called a PDU.
- Data: Application layer PDU
- Segment: Transport layer PDU
- Packet: Network layer PDU
- Frame: Data Link layer PDU
- Bits: Physical layer PDU
Data Encapsulation Example
- Encapsulation process (top to bottom):
- Data is divided into segments.
- TCP segment is encapsulated in the IP Packet.
- The IP packet is encapsulated in the Ethernet Frame.
De-encapsulation
- Reverses the encapsulation process, removing protocol headers as the data moves up the stack.
Data Access
Network Addresses
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Network Layer Source and Destination Addresses: Used for delivering IP packets from source to destination.
- Source IP Address: The IP address of the sending device (original source).
- Destination IP Address: The IP address of the receiving device (final destination).
Data Link Addresses
- Used to deliver data frames between network interfaces on the same network.
Rules of Communication
- The three elements of all communication methods are source, destination, and channel.
- Communication protocols provide a common language and rules to ensure effective communication between entities.
- Protocols define message encoding, delivery options, formatting, encapsulation, timing, and size.
Network Protocols and Standards
- Protocols are implemented in software, hardware, or both.
- Protocols are layered, with each layer relying on the lower layers for functionality.
- Common networking protocols include HTTP, TCP, and IP.
- Protocols define a common format for exchanging messages between devices.
- The TCP/IP protocol suite is implemented in hosts and networking devices.
- The TCP/IP suite includes application, transport, internet, and network interface layers.
- Data encapsulation includes adding headers for each protocol layer as data is sent to the recipient.
- Open standards encourage interoperability, competition, and innovation.
- Standards organizations are vendor-neutral, non-profit entities that develop and promote open standards.
Internet Standards
- The Internet Society (ISOC) promotes the evolution of Internet use globally.
- The Internet Architecture Board (IAB) manages development of Internet standards.
- The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) develops and maintains Internet and TCP/IP technologies.
- The Internet Research Task Force (IRTF) focuses on long-term research related to Internet and TCP/IP protocols.
Standards Organizations
- The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) establishes standards in various industries, including networking.
- The Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) develops standards for electrical wiring, connectors, and network racks.
- The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) sets standards for radio equipment, cellular towers, Voice over IP (VoIP) devices, and satellite communications.
- The International Telecommunications Union (ITU-T) develops standards for video compression, Internet Protocol Television (IPTV), and broadband communications.
Reference Models
- The OSI and TCP/IP models are layered models that provide a common language to describe networking functions and capabilities.
- Layered models facilitate protocol design, foster competition, and prevent changes in one layer from impacting other layers.
- The OSI model includes seven layers: application, presentation, session, transport, network, data link, and physical.
- The TCP/IP model is divided into four layers: application, transport, internet, and network interface.
- The OSI model and TCP/IP model are similar, with the TCP/IP model combining some layers from the OSI model.
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