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What is the primary responsibility of Layer 1 in the OSI model?
What is the primary responsibility of Layer 1 in the OSI model?
Which of the following is NOT considered a Layer 1 device?
Which of the following is NOT considered a Layer 1 device?
What form of data transfer is used by WiFi at Layer 1?
What form of data transfer is used by WiFi at Layer 1?
Which layer in the OSI model is responsible for grouping bits into frames?
Which layer in the OSI model is responsible for grouping bits into frames?
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What is the function of a Repeater in the OSI model?
What is the function of a Repeater in the OSI model?
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Which address uniquely identifies each Network Interface Card (NIC) at Layer 2?
Which address uniquely identifies each Network Interface Card (NIC) at Layer 2?
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What is the primary difference between a Hub and a Repeater in the OSI model?
What is the primary difference between a Hub and a Repeater in the OSI model?
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In what format do bits transfer over Fiber at Layer 1?
In what format do bits transfer over Fiber at Layer 1?
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Study Notes
OSI Model - Layer 1 (Physical)
- Layer 1 handles the transfer of bits (1s and 0s).
- It represents the physical medium, such as Ethernet cables, Serial cables, or even Wifi (despite the non-tangible aspect).
- Data format varies by medium: Ethernet uses electric pulses, Wifi uses radio waves, and Fiber uses light pulses.
- Repeaters extend signal range by repeating signals across multiple cables.
- Hubs operate as multi-port repeaters, broadcasting all signals to connected devices.
OSI Model - Layer 2 (Data Link)
- Layer 2 interfaces with the Physical layer, managing the transmission and reception of 1s and 0s.
- Network Interface Cards (NICs) handle Layer 2 functions, receiving and transmitting signals on the wire (whether physical or wireless).
- Data is grouped into frames at this layer.
- Media Access Control (MAC) addresses uniquely identify each NIC.
- MAC addresses are manufacturer-assigned (Burned-In Address).
- Switches operate at Layer 2, facilitating communication within networks.
- Layer 2's fundamental role is delivering data packets between NICs (hop-by-hop).
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of the OSI model, focusing specifically on Layer 1 (Physical) and Layer 2 (Data Link). Understand the role of various physical media, the importance of signal transfer, and the functions of Network Interface Cards and MAC addresses. Test your knowledge on how these layers interact within network communication.
