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What protocol is used for mapping an IP address to a physical MAC address?

  • IP
  • ICMP
  • ARP (correct)
  • RARP

    • Which protocol is responsible for error checking and reporting in the network layer?

  • IP
  • ICMP (correct)
  • ARP
  • RARP

    • What is the purpose of RARP?

  • Mapping MAC addresses to IP addresses (correct)
  • Error checking in the network layer
  • Mapping IP addresses to MAC addresses
  • Access method in networks

    • Which of the following is not a part of MAC addressing?

    <p>Error checking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ICMP stand for in networking?

    <p>Internet Control Message Protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is responsible for mapping an IP address to a physical MAC address?

    <p>ARP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In networking, what is the function of MAC addressing?

    <p>Mapping IP addresses to MAC addresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is responsible for detecting errors in data transmission at the data link layer?

    <p>ARP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ICMP primarily focus on in networking?

    <p>Error checking and reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is responsible for defining how data is formatted for transmission over the network?

    <p>Access method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a MAC address in networking?

    <p>To uniquely identify a device on a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device address is determined by the MAC address?

    <p>1.1.1.2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many bytes are typically in a MAC address?

    <p>6 bytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an IP address in networking?

    <p>To identify a specific device on a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a MAC address differ from an IP address?

    <p>MAC address is hardware-based, while an IP address is software-based</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of packet-switching in data transmission?

    <p>Enables efficient sharing of a single link by multiple packets over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medium uses pulses of light to transmit messages across a network?

    <p>Glass or plastic fibers within cables (fiber-optic cable)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cable media uses electrical impulses for communication?

    <p>Twisted pair cables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In network transmission, what is the purpose of nodes buffering data?

    <p>To equalize data rates across different stations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cable media is known for its high-speed data transmission capabilities?

    <p>Fiber optic cable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key advantage of using wireless transmission as a network medium?

    <p>Increased security due to physical cables not being required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes fiber optic cables different from twisted pair and coaxial cables in terms of data transmission?

    <p>Fiber optic cables can carry data at higher speeds over longer distances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of equalizing data rates among stations connecting to a network?

    <p>To ensure smooth flow of data and prevent congestion in the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is line efficiency considered an advantage of packet-switching in data networks?

    <p>To share a single link by many packets over time, improving efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is speed an important characteristic of fiber optic cables in network communication?

    <p>Higher speeds support efficient long-distance data transfer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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