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Which range of port numbers is considered registered ports?
Which range of port numbers is considered registered ports?
What protocol does port 21 use?
What protocol does port 21 use?
What is the purpose of dynamic ports?
What is the purpose of dynamic ports?
Which of the following port numbers is used for Secure Shell (SSH)?
Which of the following port numbers is used for Secure Shell (SSH)?
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What potential security threat can unexplained TCP connections pose?
What potential security threat can unexplained TCP connections pose?
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Which service uses port 53?
Which service uses port 53?
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Which port number corresponds to the Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)?
Which port number corresponds to the Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)?
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What is the port range assigned for dynamic or private ports?
What is the port range assigned for dynamic or private ports?
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What is the primary role of the transport layer in data communication?
What is the primary role of the transport layer in data communication?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the transport layer?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the transport layer?
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Which transport layer protocol is connection-oriented and provides reliability?
Which transport layer protocol is connection-oriented and provides reliability?
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What function does UDP primarily provide in data transmission?
What function does UDP primarily provide in data transmission?
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Which of the following best describes the function of the TCP's acknowledgment process?
Which of the following best describes the function of the TCP's acknowledgment process?
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How does the transport layer facilitate multiple conversations over the network?
How does the transport layer facilitate multiple conversations over the network?
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What happens if a data segment is unacknowledged in TCP?
What happens if a data segment is unacknowledged in TCP?
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What kind of communication does the transport layer manage?
What kind of communication does the transport layer manage?
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What characterizes UDP as a transport layer protocol?
What characterizes UDP as a transport layer protocol?
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In what scenario is TCP preferred over UDP?
In what scenario is TCP preferred over UDP?
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How do TCP and UDP utilize port numbers?
How do TCP and UDP utilize port numbers?
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What is the purpose of a socket in networking?
What is the purpose of a socket in networking?
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What is the range of well-known port numbers?
What is the range of well-known port numbers?
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What identifies the destination application on a remote host?
What identifies the destination application on a remote host?
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Which statement regarding data transportation is accurate?
Which statement regarding data transportation is accurate?
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What does the term 'socket pair' refer to?
What does the term 'socket pair' refer to?
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Study Notes
Module 14: Transport Layer
- This module covers the transport layer in network communications.
- The transport layer facilitates logical communication between applications running on different hosts.
- It acts as a bridge between the application layer and lower layers, handling network transmission.
14.1 Transportation of Data
- The transport layer is responsible for the movement of data between applications.
Role of the Transport Layer
- The transport layer manages logical communications between applications on various hosts.
- It connects the application layer to lower layers for network transmission.
Transport Layer Responsibilities
- Tracks individual conversations and segments data.
- Reassembles data segments.
- Adds header information.
- Identifies, separates, and manages multiple conversations.
- Uses segmentation and multiplexing to interleave communications on the same network.
Transport Layer Protocols
- IP does not dictate packet delivery; transport layer protocols manage message transfers between hosts.
- These protocols ensure reliability in conversations.
- TCP and UDP protocols are part of the transport layer.
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
- TCP provides reliability and flow control.
- It numbers and tracks data segments.
- It acknowledges received data and retransmits unacknowledged data if needed.
- TCP sequences data, handles potential errors, and optimizes data transmission speed.
User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
- UDP provides basic datagram delivery between applications.
- It has reduced overhead compared to TCP.
- It is connectionless and does not acknowledge data reception.
The Right Transport Layer Protocol for the Right Application
- UDP is suitable for request-reply applications with little data and quick retransmissions.
- TCP is preferable for applications demanding data reliability and proper sequencing, like web browsing.
14.4 Port Numbers
- Port numbers manage multiple, simultaneous conversations.
- Source port numbers identify the originating application, while destination port numbers identify the target application.
Socket Pairs
- Source and destination ports are part of segments for identification.
- Segments are encapsulated in IP packets.
- Socket pairs (source IP and port, destination IP and port) distinguish processes and connections.
Port Number Groups
- Well-known ports (0–1023) are reserved for standard services.
- Registered ports (1024–49151) are assigned for specific applications.
- Dynamic/private ports (49152–65535) are dynamically assigned for connections.
Netstat Command
- Netstat is a command-line tool used for monitoring network connections for security and troubleshooting purposes.
- It lists active TCP connections, providing source and destination addresses and ports.
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Explore the vital role of the transport layer in network communications. This module covers how it manages logical communication between applications across different hosts, as well as its responsibilities such as data movement, tracking conversations, and ensuring proper data segmentation. Test your understanding of the transport layer protocols and functions.
