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What is the primary responsibility of the physical layer in the OSI model?
What is the primary responsibility of the physical layer in the OSI model?
Which of the following is NOT a category of transmission media?
Which of the following is NOT a category of transmission media?
What is the purpose of twisting pairs of wires in twisted pair cables?
What is the purpose of twisting pairs of wires in twisted pair cables?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with coaxial cables?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with coaxial cables?
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Which of the following statements about MAC addressing is true?
Which of the following statements about MAC addressing is true?
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What is the maximum speed that Category 6a twisted pair cables can support?
What is the maximum speed that Category 6a twisted pair cables can support?
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Which category of twisted pair cables is designed specifically for data centers and very high-speed connections?
Which category of twisted pair cables is designed specifically for data centers and very high-speed connections?
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Which of the following categories has the highest bandwidth?
Which of the following categories has the highest bandwidth?
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What is a primary reason for shielding twisted pair cables?
What is a primary reason for shielding twisted pair cables?
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Which category of twisted pair cables is suitable for enterprise networks and medium-sized cabling systems?
Which category of twisted pair cables is suitable for enterprise networks and medium-sized cabling systems?
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What is a significant disadvantage of Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables?
What is a significant disadvantage of Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables?
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Which type of cable provides individual shielding for each pair of wires?
Which type of cable provides individual shielding for each pair of wires?
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What is the main advantage of using Shielded Foil Twisted Pair (S/FTP) cables?
What is the main advantage of using Shielded Foil Twisted Pair (S/FTP) cables?
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What standard is followed when crimping a network cable?
What standard is followed when crimping a network cable?
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How does single-mode fiber differ from multimode fiber?
How does single-mode fiber differ from multimode fiber?
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What is the primary disadvantage of multimode fiber?
What is the primary disadvantage of multimode fiber?
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What is one benefit of using FTP cables compared to UTP cables?
What is one benefit of using FTP cables compared to UTP cables?
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Which pair of wires is used for transmission in a standard crimped cable?
Which pair of wires is used for transmission in a standard crimped cable?
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What is the primary function of an optical fiber?
What is the primary function of an optical fiber?
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What is a common use case for multimode fiber?
What is a common use case for multimode fiber?
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Study Notes
OSI Model: Layers 1 and 2
- The presentation covers the Physical and Data Link layers of the OSI model.
- The objective is to understand the role of these layers, different transmission media, and MAC addressing in switching.
Physical Layer
- The Physical Layer is responsible for transmitting data over a physical network.
- It defines the physical specifications of cabling, connectors, and electrical signals used for data transmission.
- It manages electrical, optical, or radio signal characteristics.
- Key elements of the physical structure include coax, fiber, wireless, hubs, and repeaters
- Data transmission occurs as a bitstream.
- Sending cable transmits signals.
- Receiving cable receives transmitted signals.
Data Link Layer
- The Data Link layer ensures communication between adjacent nodes.
- It manages data encapsulation in frames, error control, and media access.
- Underlay components include the Logical Link Control (LLC) and Media Access Control (MAC).
- LLC manages flow control and error correction.
- MAC manages access to the transmission medium and MAC addressing.
- Key equipment includes network cards and switches.
- Data Link Layer frames use Ethernet, PPP, switches, and bridges.
Transmission Media
- Transmission media are the means to carry a signal from its origin to its destination.
- There are two categories: wired and wireless.
- Wired media includes coaxial cables, twisted pair cables, and optical fibers.
- Wireless media use electromagnetic waves, infrared, and laser beams.
Cable Media: Coaxial Cable
- Coaxial cables are used in local networks and telecommunications.
- They consist of a conductive inner wire, an insulator, and a conductive outer shield.
- Coaxial cables support analog and digital signals.
- Examples include 10BASE5 and 10BASE2 (older standards).
Wired Media: Twisted Pair Cables
- Twisted pair cables, commonly used in LANs, consist of eight wires in pairs.
- Twisting reduces interference.
- Cables utilize RJ45 connectors.
Twisted Pair Cables: Category and Shielding
- Categories of twisted pair cabling (e.g., Cat5e, Cat6, Cat7, Cat8) are classified based on speed and bandwidth.
- Different types of shielding exist (e.g., UTP, FTP, STP, SFTP).
- Categories determine performance standards (ISO/IEC).
Twisted Pair Cables: Crimping
- Crimping joins the connector to the cable end.
- Standards ensure proper connections.
- Color-coded wires are used for different functions (Transmission, Reception).
Cable Media: Fiber Optics
- Single-mode fiber transmits a single wavelength of light over long distances.
- Multimode fiber transmits multiple wavelengths of light over shorter distances.
- It utilizes light pulses for data transmission, less susceptible to interference.
- Fiber optic cables consist of a core, cladding, and coating.
Wireless Media
- Wireless technologies use electromagnetic waves as their medium.
- Bits are transmitted via modulation techniques.
- Wireless technology uses antennas built into devices or cards.
- Wireless signals attenuate with distance and are affected by walls or obstructions.
- Compared to cables, wireless signals have a limited reach.
Role of Switches
- Switches connect network devices within a single LAN.
- They transfer data frames based on destination MAC addresses.
- They support various communication types: unicast, multicast, and broadcast.
MAC Addressing and Switching
- Every device on a network has a unique MAC address.
- The first three bytes indicate the manufacturer (OUI).
- MAC addresses are used by switches to direct data traffic.
- Switches consult their MAC address table to determine the port for the intended destination.
- Flooding is used when the destination MAC address is not in the table.
Conclusion
- The Physical layer transmits bits over physical media.
- The Data Link layer encapsulates frames and manages MAC addressing.
- Switches are crucial for frame transmission based on MAC addresses.
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This quiz explores the Physical and Data Link layers of the OSI model. You will learn about their roles, data transmission methods, and the significance of MAC addressing in networking. Test your understanding of these foundational concepts in network communications.
