Computer Networks Basics

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Which layer of the TCP/IP model is responsible for ensuring reliable data transfer and flow control?

  • Application layer
  • Internet layer
  • Network layer
  • Transport layer (correct)

What is the primary difference between TCP and UDP?

  • TCP is faster than UDP for real-time applications
  • UDP provides error checking while TCP does not
  • TCP is connection-oriented while UDP is connectionless (correct)
  • UDP supports multicasting while TCP does not

Which protocol is typically used for real-time multimedia applications like video streaming?

  • HTTP
  • UDP (correct)
  • FTP
  • TCP

What is the purpose of port numbers in the TCP/IP model?

<p>To identify different applications running on a host (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of network connection is established when two hosts communicate using TCP?

<p>Full-duplex (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Internet layer in the TCP/IP model?

<p>Logical addressing and routing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a protocol in the context of networking?

<p>A set of rules or procedures for transmitting data between electronic devices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the TCP/IP and OSI models?

<p>OSI is a conceptual model, while TCP/IP is a practical implementation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Transport layer in the TCP/IP suite?

<p>Ensuring reliable and ordered delivery of data segments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between TCP and UDP protocols?

<p>TCP is connection-oriented, while UDP is connectionless (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of port numbers in network communication?

<p>To distinguish between different applications or services running on a host (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a reference model in the context of network communication?

<p>A conceptual framework that describes how communication should take place (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Transport layer in the TCP/IP model?

<p>Establishing and terminating connections between applications (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which protocol in the Transport layer provides reliable, connection-oriented data transmission?

<p>TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which protocol in the Transport layer is suitable for real-time applications that prioritize speed over reliability?

<p>UDP (User Datagram Protocol) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of port numbers in the TCP/IP suite?

<p>To identify specific applications or processes on a host (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer in the TCP/IP model is responsible for routing data packets across networks?

<p>Network layer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between TCP and UDP in terms of network connections?

<p>TCP establishes a connection before data transfer, while UDP does not (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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