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What part of the IP address indicates which network the address belongs to?
What part of the IP address indicates which network the address belongs to?
IP addresses are used to identify both the source and destination hosts regardless of the network they are on.
IP addresses are used to identify both the source and destination hosts regardless of the network they are on.
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What mechanism does a router use to forward data frames to a remote destination?
What mechanism does a router use to forward data frames to a remote destination?
The router sends the data frame to the default gateway.
The __________ MAC address is the address of the receiving device in a data link frame.
The __________ MAC address is the address of the receiving device in a data link frame.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is the process of putting a message into a specific format before sending it across a network called?
What is the process of putting a message into a specific format before sending it across a network called?
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Each frame sent across a network can contain its own addressing information.
Each frame sent across a network can contain its own addressing information.
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What must happen to long messages before they travel across a network?
What must happen to long messages before they travel across a network?
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A _____ message is delivered from one sender to one receiver.
A _____ message is delivered from one sender to one receiver.
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Which of the following describes multicast messaging?
Which of the following describes multicast messaging?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Decoding is the process used by the destination host to interpret incoming signals.
Decoding is the process used by the destination host to interpret incoming signals.
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What are the three message delivery options mentioned?
What are the three message delivery options mentioned?
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What allows many different conversations to be interleaved on the network?
What allows many different conversations to be interleaved on the network?
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De-encapsulation is the process of adding headers to the data as it moves up the stack.
De-encapsulation is the process of adding headers to the data as it moves up the stack.
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What does PDU stand for in the context of data encapsulation?
What does PDU stand for in the context of data encapsulation?
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Which protocol header is removed first by the client when processing data link frames?
Which protocol header is removed first by the client when processing data link frames?
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The Internet Society (ISOC) is responsible for managing IP address allocation.
The Internet Society (ISOC) is responsible for managing IP address allocation.
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The IP packet is encapsulated in the ______.
The IP packet is encapsulated in the ______.
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What is the primary purpose of open standards?
What is the primary purpose of open standards?
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Which layer has Segments as its Protocol Data Unit (PDU)?
Which layer has Segments as its Protocol Data Unit (PDU)?
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The organization responsible for developing and maintaining Internet standards is the ______.
The organization responsible for developing and maintaining Internet standards is the ______.
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The source IP address represents the final destination of the packet.
The source IP address represents the final destination of the packet.
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The process of dividing large streams of data into smaller pieces is called ______.
The process of dividing large streams of data into smaller pieces is called ______.
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Which organization focuses on long-term research related to Internet protocols?
Which organization focuses on long-term research related to Internet protocols?
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The IEEE is focused solely on standards related to telecommunications devices.
The IEEE is focused solely on standards related to telecommunications devices.
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Match the following PDUs to their respective layers:
Match the following PDUs to their respective layers:
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Match the following organizations with their functions:
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What is the role of the Internet Architecture Board (IAB)?
What is the role of the Internet Architecture Board (IAB)?
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Which layer does the HTTP protocol operate at?
Which layer does the HTTP protocol operate at?
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TCP is responsible for encapsulating segments into packets.
TCP is responsible for encapsulating segments into packets.
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What is the main function of the Ethernet protocol in the TCP/IP communication process?
What is the main function of the Ethernet protocol in the TCP/IP communication process?
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The ______ protocol adds source and destination addresses and delivers packets to the destination host.
The ______ protocol adds source and destination addresses and delivers packets to the destination host.
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Match each protocol with its respective functionality:
Match each protocol with its respective functionality:
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Which of the following is NOT a common networking protocol?
Which of the following is NOT a common networking protocol?
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Protocol suites can only be implemented in hardware.
Protocol suites can only be implemented in hardware.
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What process occurs when a web server sends data to a client?
What process occurs when a web server sends data to a client?
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What is the process of converting messages into bits by the sending host called?
What is the process of converting messages into bits by the sending host called?
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Each frame sent across a network does not require its own addressing information.
Each frame sent across a network does not require its own addressing information.
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What is the term for placing a message into a frame before sending it over the network?
What is the term for placing a message into a frame before sending it over the network?
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A __________ message is delivered from one sender to many receivers.
A __________ message is delivered from one sender to many receivers.
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Match the following message types with their definitions:
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Which mechanism helps hosts to manage timing and avoid overwhelming the destination?
Which mechanism helps hosts to manage timing and avoid overwhelming the destination?
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Long messages can be transmitted in their entirety without any need for fragmentation.
Long messages can be transmitted in their entirety without any need for fragmentation.
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What is the purpose of a frame in networking?
What is the purpose of a frame in networking?
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What is the first header removed by the client when processing data link frames?
What is the first header removed by the client when processing data link frames?
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The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is responsible for developing Internet standards.
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is responsible for developing Internet standards.
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Name one organization that focuses on long-term research related to Internet and TCP/IP protocols.
Name one organization that focuses on long-term research related to Internet and TCP/IP protocols.
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The _____ encourages interoperability, competition, and innovation in technology.
The _____ encourages interoperability, competition, and innovation in technology.
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Match the following organizations with their primary functions:
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What does the IEEE primarily focus on?
What does the IEEE primarily focus on?
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The Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) creates standards related to electrical wiring and network racks.
The Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) creates standards related to electrical wiring and network racks.
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Which protocol is responsible for encapsulating segments into packets?
Which protocol is responsible for encapsulating segments into packets?
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Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating sessions?
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating sessions?
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The TCP/IP model is a closed standard created by a single organization.
The TCP/IP model is a closed standard created by a single organization.
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What is the primary benefit of using a layered model in networking?
What is the primary benefit of using a layered model in networking?
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The __________ layer in the OSI model is responsible for providing methods for exchanging data frames between devices.
The __________ layer in the OSI model is responsible for providing methods for exchanging data frames between devices.
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Match the OSI model layers with their functions:
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What advantage does the OSI model provide to different vendors in network technology?
What advantage does the OSI model provide to different vendors in network technology?
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What are the two main models used to describe network communication?
What are the two main models used to describe network communication?
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The Application layer in the OSI model has protocols that provide common representation of the data.
The Application layer in the OSI model has protocols that provide common representation of the data.
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What role does the default gateway play when sending data to a remote network?
What role does the default gateway play when sending data to a remote network?
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The network portion of an IP address identifies a specific device on the network.
The network portion of an IP address identifies a specific device on the network.
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What addresses are used in data link frames to indicate the sending and receiving devices?
What addresses are used in data link frames to indicate the sending and receiving devices?
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When an IP packet is encapsulated, it is placed within a new __________ frame by the router.
When an IP packet is encapsulated, it is placed within a new __________ frame by the router.
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Match the following parts of an IP address with their descriptions:
Match the following parts of an IP address with their descriptions:
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What is the primary purpose of message segmentation in data transmission?
What is the primary purpose of message segmentation in data transmission?
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De-encapsulation is the process of adding headers to data as it moves down the protocol stack.
De-encapsulation is the process of adding headers to data as it moves down the protocol stack.
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What is the process of encapsulating data as it passes down the protocol stack referred to as?
What is the process of encapsulating data as it passes down the protocol stack referred to as?
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As data is transmitted across the network, it is divided into smaller pieces called __________.
As data is transmitted across the network, it is divided into smaller pieces called __________.
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Match each Protocol Data Unit (PDU) with its corresponding layer:
Match each Protocol Data Unit (PDU) with its corresponding layer:
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Which of the following best describes the role of the source IP address?
Which of the following best describes the role of the source IP address?
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The purpose of the data link address is to deliver network frames between different networks.
The purpose of the data link address is to deliver network frames between different networks.
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What term describes the network layer's role in delivering packets?
What term describes the network layer's role in delivering packets?
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What is the main purpose of message encapsulation in networking?
What is the main purpose of message encapsulation in networking?
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Flow control is used to allow hosts to overwhelm the destination with messages.
Flow control is used to allow hosts to overwhelm the destination with messages.
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Define 'unicast' in the context of message delivery.
Define 'unicast' in the context of message delivery.
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A __________ message is sent to all devices on a network.
A __________ message is sent to all devices on a network.
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Match the following message types with their descriptions:
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What happens to long messages that travel across a network?
What happens to long messages that travel across a network?
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Message timing is an important aspect to prevent collisions in a network.
Message timing is an important aspect to prevent collisions in a network.
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What is the role of the destination host in message decoding?
What is the role of the destination host in message decoding?
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Which organization coordinates IP address allocation and management of domain names?
Which organization coordinates IP address allocation and management of domain names?
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Open standards discourage competition and limit innovation.
Open standards discourage competition and limit innovation.
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What is the primary function of the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)?
What is the primary function of the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)?
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The ______ manages IP address allocation and domain name management.
The ______ manages IP address allocation and domain name management.
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Match the following standards organizations with their primary focus:
Match the following standards organizations with their primary focus:
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Which of the following protocols is primarily involved in delivering packets to the destination host?
Which of the following protocols is primarily involved in delivering packets to the destination host?
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The Internet Research Task Force (IRTF) focuses on immediate operational improvements.
The Internet Research Task Force (IRTF) focuses on immediate operational improvements.
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Name an organization that promotes open development and evolution of Internet use globally.
Name an organization that promotes open development and evolution of Internet use globally.
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What is the purpose of protocols in communication?
What is the purpose of protocols in communication?
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Protocols are only necessary in network communication and not in any other form of communication.
Protocols are only necessary in network communication and not in any other form of communication.
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What are the three common elements present in all communication methods?
What are the three common elements present in all communication methods?
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Message __________ is the process of converting information into another acceptable form for transmission.
Message __________ is the process of converting information into another acceptable form for transmission.
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Match the following message delivery options with their definitions:
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Which of the following is a component defined by protocols for message formatting?
Which of the following is a component defined by protocols for message formatting?
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Flow control is a protocol requirement that ensures messages are sent at a fixed rate.
Flow control is a protocol requirement that ensures messages are sent at a fixed rate.
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Explain why adhering to a protocol suite is important in network communication.
Explain why adhering to a protocol suite is important in network communication.
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What role does the default gateway play when sending data to a remote network?
What role does the default gateway play when sending data to a remote network?
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The destination MAC address in a data link frame represents the sending device.
The destination MAC address in a data link frame represents the sending device.
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What identifies a specific device on a network in an IP address?
What identifies a specific device on a network in an IP address?
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When sending a frame to a remote destination, the frame is sent to the __________.
When sending a frame to a remote destination, the frame is sent to the __________.
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Match the following address components with their definitions:
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What is the major benefit of breaking large streams of data into smaller pieces for transmission?
What is the major benefit of breaking large streams of data into smaller pieces for transmission?
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The de-encapsulation process operates from the application layer to the physical layer.
The de-encapsulation process operates from the application layer to the physical layer.
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What is the term used for the information added at each layer in the encapsulation process?
What is the term used for the information added at each layer in the encapsulation process?
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The source IP address in a packet indicates the __________ of the packet.
The source IP address in a packet indicates the __________ of the packet.
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Match each Protocol Data Unit (PDU) with its corresponding layer:
Match each Protocol Data Unit (PDU) with its corresponding layer:
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Which layer is responsible for the encapsulation of data into frames?
Which layer is responsible for the encapsulation of data into frames?
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Protocol Data Units (PDUs) refer to the data format at each layer in the protocol stack.
Protocol Data Units (PDUs) refer to the data format at each layer in the protocol stack.
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What process is used to retrieve data packets from the network when they arrive at their destination?
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Study Notes
Message Encoding
- Messages are converted to bits by the sending host.
- Bits are encoded into patterns of sounds, light waves, or electrical impulses, depending on the network media.
- The receiving host decodes the signals to interpret the message.
Message Formatting and Encapsulation
- Messages are encapsulated into a frame before being sent over a network.
- A frame contains the destination address and the source address.
Message Size
- Long messages are broken into smaller pieces called frames.
- Each frame has its own addressing information.
Message Timing
- The access method determines when a host can send a message and how to respond to collisions.
- Flow control helps negotiate the correct timing to prevent overwhelming the destination.
- Response timeout specifies how long a host should wait for a respons and what action to take if a response timeout occurs.
Message Delivery Options
- Unicast: one-to-one delivery
- Multicast: one-to-many delivery
- Broadcast: one-to-all delivery
Protocols
- Protocol suites are implemented in software, hardware, or both by hosts and networking devices.
- Protocols are viewed in layers, with each higher-level service depending on the functionality of lower levels.
Network Protocols
- Networking protocols define a common format and rules for exchanging messages between devices.
- Some common networking protocols are Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), and Internet Protocol (IP).
Protocol Interaction
- HTTP, TCP, IP, and Ethernet are all involved in communication between a web server and a web client.
TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- TCP/IP is a widely used protocol suite.
TCP/IP Communication Process (Sending)
- HTTP sends data to the TCP transport layer.
- TCP broken the data into segments and adds an identifier for each segment.
- IP adds source and destination addresses, creating an IP packet.
- Ethernet header is added creating an Ethernet frame.
TCP/IP Communication Process (Receiving)
- The Ethernet header is removed.
- The IP header is removed.
- Then the Transport layer header is removed.
- Finally HTTP information is processed by the client's web browser.
Standards Organizations
- Open standards encourage interoperability, competition, and innovation.
- Standards organizations are usually vendor-neutral and non-profit.
Internet Standards
- ISOC, ICANN, IAB, IANA, and IETF are involved in developing Internet standards.
Electronics and Communications Standard Organizations
- IEEE, EIA, and TIA create standards for electrical wiring, connectors, network racks, radio equipment, cellular towers, VoIP devices, and satellite communications.
Data Encapsulation
- Large streams of data are divided into smaller pieces to send over the network.
- This is known as message segmentation.
Protocol Data Units (PDUs)
- The form that data takes at each layer is called a Protocol Data Unit (PDU).
- PDUs are: data, segment, packet, frame, and bits.
Encapsulation Example
- The encapsulation process works from top to bottom.
- Data is divided into segments.
- The TCP segment is encapsulated in the IP packet.
- The IP packet is encapsulated in the Ethernet frame.
De-encapsulation
- The de-encapsulation process works from bottom to top.
- De-encapsulation removes protocol headers as data moves up the stack.
Network Addresses
- Network layer source and destination addresses are responsible for delivering IP packets.
- The source IP address is the IP address of the sending device.
- The destination IP address is the IP address of the receiving device.
Data Link Addresses
- The data link address delivers frames between network interfaces on the same network.
- The source MAC address is the address of the sending device.
- The destination MAC address is the address of the receiving device.
Devices on the Same Network
- Network layer addresses (IP addresses ) identify the source and destination network.
- The data link frame (MAC address) is sent directly to the receiving device.
Devices on a Remote Network
- The source and destination IP addresses are on different networks.
- The frame is sent to the default gateway.
- The router removes the Layer 2 information and adds new data link information before forwarding the packet.
Conclusion
- Network protocols and standards are essential for communication.
- Standards organizations help facilitate interoperability.
- Devices on LANs access resources using network addresses and data link addresses.
Communication Rules
- Messages are encoded into bits by the sending host and then decoded by the receiving host.
- Messages are encapsulated into frames for delivery.
- Frames contain addressing information such as the source and destination addresses.
- Messages are broken into smaller pieces, called frames, to travel across a network.
- Each frame is independent and carries its own addressing information.
- Access methods allow hosts to know when to send messages and how to resolve collisions.
- Flow control ensures that the destination host can receive data without being overwhelmed, and timing is synchronized between hosts.
- Response timeouts are defined to determine what action to take when a response is not received.
Message Delivery Options
- Unicast: One-to-one delivery.
- Multicast: One-to-many delivery.
- Broadcast: One-to-all delivery.
Protocol Suites
- TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) is a widely used communication protocol suite for the internet.
- When a client request is sent to a server, the message is processed and protocol headers are added at each layer of the TCP/IP model to prepare it for transmission.
- On the receiving end, the protocol headers are removed in the reverse order they were added.
Standards Organizations
- Open Standards promote interoperability, competition, and innovation.
- Internet Society (ISOC): Promotes global Internet use development.
- Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN): Coordinates IP address allocation and domain name management.
- Internet Architecture Board (IAB): Manages and develops Internet standards.
- Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF): Develops, updates, and maintains Internet and TCP/IP technologies.
- Internet Research Task Force (IRTF): Focuses on long-term research related to the Internet and TCP/IP protocols.
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE): Dedicated to technological innovation and creating standards for networking.
- Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA): Establishes standards related to electrical wiring, connectors, and network racks.
- Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA): Sets standards for radio equipment, cellular towers, VoIP devices, and satellite communications.
- International Telecommunications Union- Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T): Develops standards for video compression, IPTV, and broadband communications.
Reference Models
- Layered models benefit network communication by:
- Assisting with protocol design by defining specific functions for each layer.
- Fostering competition because products from different vendors can work together.
- Preventing technology changes in one layer from affecting other layers.
- Providing a common language to describe networking functions and capabilities.
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The OSI Reference Model: A model used to describe the organization of a network.
- Application layer: Contains protocols used for process-to-process communication.
- Presentation layer: Provides common data representation.
- Session layer: Organizes communication sessions and manages data exchange between application processes.
- Transport layer: Defines services to segment, transfer, and reassemble data.
- Network layer: Provides services for exchanging data packets over the network.
- Data Link layer: Provides methods for exchanging data frames between devices on a shared media.
- Physical layer: Defines the physical connection and transmission of bits over the network (e.g., electrical signals or light pulses).
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The TCP/IP Protocol Model: A layered model used for internet communication and is considered an open standard.
- It includes the following four layers:
- Application: Processes application data.
- Transport: Ensures reliable delivery of data.
- Internet: Provides addressing and routing.
- Network Access: Provides access to the network media.
- It includes the following four layers:
Data Transfer
- Message Segmentation: Larger messages are broken down into smaller pieces for easier transmission.
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Protocol Data Units (PDUs): The form that data takes at each layer of the TCP/IP model:
- Data (Application layer)
- Segment (Transport layer)
- Packet (Network layer)
- Frame (Data Link layer)
- Bits (Physical layer)
- Encapsulation: The process of adding headers to data at each layer.
- De-encapsulation: The process of removing headers as data moves up the protocol stack.
Data Access
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Network layer addresses (IP addresses): Indicate the original source and final destination for a data packet.
- Network portion: Indicates the network the IP address is part of.
- Host portion: Identifies a specific device on the network.
- Data link addresses (MAC addresses): Deliver data frames from one network interface to another network interface on the same network.
- Devices on the same network: MAC addresses are utilized to directly send data frames to the destination device.
- Devices on a remote network : IP addresses are used along with default gateways to locate and send data to devices located on different networks.
Conclusion
- General communication rules: These ensure data integrity, timely delivery, and successful communication between devices.
- Protocol and standards: These facilitate interoperability and enable diverse devices to communicate effectively.
- Network access: Data is transferred using IP addresses for routing and MAC addresses for devices on the same network.
Communication Fundamentals
- Communication methods have three key components: a sender, a receiver, and a channel or media.
- Rules, or protocols, dictate effective communication.
Protocol Establishment
- Protocols ensure efficient communication and define:
- Sender and receiver identification.
- Common language and grammar for message interpretation.
- Message delivery speed and timing.
- Confirmation and acknowledgment requirements.
- Network protocols define:
- Message encoding (conversion to a transmittable form).
- Message delivery methods (unicast, multicast, broadcast).
- Message formatting and encapsulation (including source and destination identification).
- Message timing (access methods, flow control).
- Message size (limiting data chunks for transmission).
Message Encoding
- The sender converts data into bits for transmission.
- Encoding uses patterns of sounds, light waves, or electrical impulses based on the network medium.
- The receiver decodes the signals to understand the message.
Message Formatting and Encapsulation
- Data is encapsulated in a specific format called a frame.
- The frame acts like an envelope with source and destination addresses.
Message Size
- Long messages are broken into smaller pieces called frames.
- Each frame has its own addressing information.
- The receiver reconstructs the original message from multiple frames.
Message Timing
- Access methods regulate when hosts send messages and handle collisions.
- Flow control manages message timing to prevent overwhelming the receiver and ensure data reception.
- Response timeout defines how long a host waits for a response and the action taken if a response is not received.
Message Delivery Options
- Unicast: One-to-one communication.
- Multicast: One-to-many communication.
- Broadcast: One-to-all communication.
Network Protocols and Standards
- Protocols are essential for communication between devices and ensure interoperability.
- Standard organizations develop and promote open standards, encouraging innovation and competition.
TCP/IP Model
- Defines how data is encapsulated and de-encapsulated as it passes through network layers.
- Encapsulates data in headers at each layer, then removes them as the data is received.
Standards Organizations
- Internet Society (ISOC): Promotes open development and evolution of the internet.
- Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN): Coordinates IP address allocation and domain name management.
- Internet Architecture Board (IAB): Oversees Internet standards development.
- Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF): Develops and maintains TCP/IP technologies.
- Internet Research Task Force (IRTF): Focuses on long-term research related to internet protocols.
Electronics and Communications Standards Organizations
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE): Advances technological innovation and creates standards across industries, including networking.
- Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA): Sets standards for electrical wiring, connectors, and network racks.
- Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA): Establishes standards for radio equipment, cellular towers, VoIP devices, and satellite communications.
Data Encapsulation
- Large streams of data are divided into smaller pieces to ensure reliable transmission.
- This process is called message segmentation.
- Each segment has its own addressing information.
- Only missing segments need to be retransmitted if a transmission error occurs.
Protocol Data Units (PDUs)
- Data takes on different forms as it passes through each layer of the TCP/IP model.
- Each layered form is called a PDU.
- Data: application layer PDU.
- Segment: transport layer PDU.
- Packet: network layer PDU.
- Frame: data link layer PDU.
- Bits: physical layer PDU.
De-encapsulation
- The receiving device removes protocol headers as data progresses up the TCP/IP stack.
- It's the reverse process of encapsulation.
Data Access
- Network addresses (IP addresses) provide source and destination information for network communication.
- Source IP address: identifies the sending device.
- Destination IP address: identifies the receiving device.
- Data link addresses (MAC addresses) are used to deliver data frames within the same network.
- Source MAC address: identifies the sending device.
- Destination MAC address: identifies the receiving device.
Devices on the Same Network
- Devices communicate directly using data link addresses.
- The network portion of the IP address identifies the network, and the host portion identifies a specific device on that network.
Devices on a Remote Network
- Data is sent to the default gateway (router) for forwarding.
- The router removes the original data link layer information and adds new information before forwarding the data to the destination network.
Conclusion
- Understanding network protocols and standards is crucial for effective data communication.
- These protocols ensure interoperability and facilitate reliable data transmission across networks.
- Data encapsulation and de-encapsulation allow data to travel efficiently from source to destination.
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This quiz covers key concepts related to message encoding, formatting, size, timing, and delivery options in networking. Understand how messages are prepared and sent over networks, and the protocols involved in ensuring effective communication. Test your knowledge on unicast and multicast message delivery methods.