Networking Layer Protocol Quiz

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What happens when devices are on the same network in terms of the source and destination IP addresses?

They will have the same number in network portion of the address.

What type of address does a data link frame use when devices are on the same Ethernet network?

The actual MAC address of the destination NIC.

What occurs when the ultimate destination is not on the same LAN and is remote?

Layer 3 provides Layer 2 with the local default gateway IP address.

What is the role of the source MAC address in a data link frame?

It will be that of the originator on the link. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when the source and destination have different network portions in their IP addresses?

They are on different networks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of MAC addressing in a network?

To uniquely identify devices on a local network. Signup and view all the answers

How does MAC addressing differ from IP addressing?

MAC addresses are used at the Data Link Layer and are assigned by the manufacturer, while IP addresses are used at the Network Layer and are assigned by the network administrator. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the L3 IP addressing remain the same across segments?

Because the ultimate destination, the Web Server, does not change. Signup and view all the answers

Which device receives the frame in the second hop of the communication?

Second Router Signup and view all the answers

What type of addresses are used in the Data Link Layer?

MAC addresses Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of MAC addressing in the data link layer?

To deliver the data link frame from one network interface card (NIC) to another NIC on the same network. Signup and view all the answers

What does the network layer handle in terms of data delivery?

The network layer is responsible for delivering the IP packet from the original source to the final destination. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Source IP address in an IP packet?

The Source IP address represents the IP address of the sending device, the original source of the packet. Signup and view all the answers

How is an IP address structured in terms of network and host portions?

An IP address consists of a Network portion (or Prefix in IPv6) and a Host portion (or Interface ID in IPv6). Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the data link layer in the process of data transmission?

The data link layer is responsible for stripping off the header at each layer and passing it up to the next level for processing. Signup and view all the answers