Frame Type Identification in Networking
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Frame Type Identification in Networking

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What is the purpose of the frame header in a LAN technology standard?

  • To specify the type of data carried in the frame
  • To carry the payload
  • To synchronize the receiver
  • To provide address and other identifying information (correct)

    • What is the primary issue with broadcast frames in a network?

  • They are not restricted to specific destinations.
  • They consume computational resources and interrupt the CPU. (correct)
  • They are not forwarded to the CPU automatically.
  • They are not compatible with system software.

    • What is the main difference between explicit and implicit frame types?

  • The size of the frame header
  • The way the identifying value is included in the frame (correct)
  • The type of data carried in the frame
  • The format of the payload

    • What is the purpose of multicasting in a network?

    <p>To reduce CPU time waste by restricting frame delivery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the CRC field in the Ethernet frame format?

    <p>To provide a 32-bit CRC code for error detection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines which frames are accepted by interface hardware in multicasting?

    <p>The multicast address programmed into the interface hardware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the preamble in the Ethernet frame format?

    <p>To provide receiver synchronization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of multicasting for computers not running a particular application?

    <p>They do not waste resources processing unnecessary frames.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of encoding the data type in a frame?

    <p>To ensure interoperability and universally agree upon the format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for the destination to interpret frame data?

    <p>Some clue about how to interpret the frame data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the LLC portion in the SNAP/LLC format?

    <p>To indicate the SNAP field to follow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of frames does interface hardware accept in multicasting?

    <p>Multicast frames, broadcast frames, and frames destined to the station itself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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