6 Questions
What is the primary responsibility of the Data Link Layer?
Transferring datagrams from one node to physically adjacent node over a link
What is the purpose of the error checking bits added to the frame by the Data Link Layer?
To detect errors in the received frames
What type of error occurs when there is only one bit in a frame that is corrupt?
Single bit error
What is the purpose of the Data Link Layer's flow control mechanism?
To regulate data flow
What is the term for the process of adding error checking bits to a frame?
Framing
What is the purpose of the Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC)?
To detect errors in the received frames
This quiz covers the responsibilities and functions of the Data Link Layer in computer networks, including framing, error control, and flow control. It also covers the services provided by the Data Link Layer to the Network Layer.
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