Network Layer Overview Quiz
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What is one of the primary functions of the network layer?

  • To provide end-to-end communication (correct)
  • To ensure data integrity during transmission
  • To handle application data formats
  • To manage connectivity of the physical medium

Which characteristic of IP means it does not ensure the delivery or order of packets?

  • Reliable Delivery
  • Connection-oriented protocol
  • Best Effort Delivery (correct)
  • Media Independent

What is a key enhancement of the IPv6 header compared to the IPv4 header?

  • Supports NAT
  • Includes a version field
  • Contains a larger address space (correct)
  • Uses a checksum for error checking

Which component of a router is responsible for temporarily storing the running configuration?

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What does the default gateway enable a host to do?

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Which of the following memory types in a router contains the bootstrap program?

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What does DHCP facilitate in network configuration?

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During the router boot-up process, which step occurs first?

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Which type of route in a router's routing table is learned via dynamic protocols?

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In the context of a router, what is the function of NVRAM?

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IPv6 eliminates the need for NAT due to its larger address space.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The RAM in a router is responsible for storing the startup configuration.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The default gateway is always manually configured and never assigned automatically.

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IPv4 packets utilize a 128-bit address space.

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Best Effort Delivery in IP means that packets are guaranteed to arrive in the order they were sent.

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The 'Console' interface of a router is used primarily for data transmission.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A router primarily uses its RAM to load the bootstrap program during boot-up.

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Hosts can communicate with devices on different networks without the need for a default gateway.

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All routing tables in a router contain only directly connected routes.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The TTL field in an IPv4 header limits the packet's lifetime.

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Flashcards

Network Layer Purpose

The network layer provides communication between devices across a network.

Connectionless Protocol (IP)

IP doesn't need a prior connection to send packets.

Default Gateway

The router that connects your local network to other networks.

IPv4 Header Fields

Parts of the IPv4 packet, including version, TTL, source/destination IP address.

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Routing Table (Host)

Table on a host containing the default gateway and known routes.

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Router Routing Table

Table on a router storing routes to various destinations (direct, local, or remote).

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Router Component - RAM

Stores the running configuration of a router.

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Router Boot-up - POST

Power-on self-test to check router hardware components.

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IPv6 Packet Enhancement

IPv6 has a simplified header and a larger address space compared to IPv4.

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Router Boot-up Phase 3

The router loads the IOS image into RAM during startup.

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Network Layer Role

The Network layer connects devices across different networks, handling addressing, routing, and packet encapsulation.

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IP: Connectionless Protocol

IP doesn't require a pre-established connection to send data, each packet is independent.

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IP: Best Effort Delivery

IP makes its best effort to send packets, but doesn't guarantee delivery or order. Error handling is done by higher layers.

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IPv4 vs. IPv6

IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses, while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses. IPv6 has a simplified header and eliminates the need for NAT.

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Default Gateway Role

The router that connects your local network to external networks, allowing communication with devices outside your network.

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Routing Table: Host vs. Router

A host's table stores known routes and the default gateway, while a router's table includes directly connected, local, and remote routes.

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Router Memory Types

Routers use RAM for running configuration, NVRAM for startup settings, Flash for storing the IOS, and ROM for the bootstrap program.

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Router Initial Setup

The initial configuration involves assigning a device name, securing access with passwords, and saving the configurations.

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Study Notes

Network Layer Overview

  • Provides end-to-end communication
  • Handles addressing, encapsulation, routing, and de-encapsulation
  • Uses protocols like IPv4 and IPv6

Characteristics of IP

  • Connectionless: No prior connection needed for sending packets
  • Best-effort delivery: No guarantee of packet delivery or order; upper layers handle errors
  • Media-independent: Operates over various media types (e.g., copper, fiber, wireless)

IPv4 and IPv6 Packets

  • IPv4 header fields:
    • Version: Indicates IPv4
    • TTL: Limits packet lifetime
    • Source/Destination IP: Identifies sender and receiver
  • IPv6 header enhancements:
    • Simplified structure for faster processing
    • Larger address space (128-bit addresses)
    • Eliminates the need for Network Address Translation (NAT)

Host Routing Decisions

  • Hosts use the network layer to
    • Send packets locally: Same network devices
    • Send packets remotely: Uses a default gateway
  • Default Gateway:
    • Router connecting the local network to external networks
    • Configured automatically (DHCP) or manually

Routing Tables

  • Host Routing Table: Contains default gateway and known routes
  • Router Routing Table:
    • Directly Connected Routes (C): Active interfaces
    • Local Routes (L): IP addresses assigned to interfaces
    • Remote Routes: Learned via manual config or dynamic protocols

Anatomy of a Router

  • Key Components: CPU, RAM, ROM, NVRAM, Flash memory
  • Memory Types:
    • RAM: Stores running configuration
    • NVRAM: Stores startup configuration
    • Flash: Stores the IOS
    • ROM: Contains the bootstrap program
  • Interfaces:
    • Console: Initial configuration
    • LAN/WAN: Connectivity

Router Boot-up Process

  • POST: Runs diagnostics
  • Load Bootstrap Program: Copies from ROM to RAM
  • Load IOS: Typically from Flash to RAM
  • Load Configuration: Startup config from NVRAM to RAM or enter setup mode

Configuring a Router

  • Initial Setup:
    • Assign device name
    • Secure access (passwords for console, SSH, Telnet)
    • Save configurations

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Test your knowledge of the network layer in computer networking. This quiz covers key concepts such as addressing, routing, and the differences between IPv4 and IPv6. Explore how hosts make routing decisions and the role of default gateways in network communication.

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