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HDLC is a widely used bit-oriented protocol in the ______ layer communication.
HDLC is a widely used bit-oriented protocol in the ______ layer communication.
data link
If five consecutive 1's are transmitted in the data field, a ______ is inserted to prevent confusion with the flag.
If five consecutive 1's are transmitted in the data field, a ______ is inserted to prevent confusion with the flag.
0
The CRC field in HDLC is used for ______ checking.
The CRC field in HDLC is used for ______ checking.
error
Bit-oriented protocols are often used in ______ communication where low overhead and high efficiency are crucial.
Bit-oriented protocols are often used in ______ communication where low overhead and high efficiency are crucial.
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One challenge of bit-oriented protocols is ______ overhead, which can increase transmission time.
One challenge of bit-oriented protocols is ______ overhead, which can increase transmission time.
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Two primary types of communication protocols are Bit-Oriented and ______
Two primary types of communication protocols are Bit-Oriented and ______
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Bit-oriented protocols began with ______ in the 1970s.
Bit-oriented protocols began with ______ in the 1970s.
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Bit-oriented protocols break data into raw ______ instead of characters.
Bit-oriented protocols break data into raw ______ instead of characters.
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Protocols like Bisync, FTP, SMTP, and HTTP are examples of ______-Oriented Protocols.
Protocols like Bisync, FTP, SMTP, and HTTP are examples of ______-Oriented Protocols.
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Character-Oriented Protocols transmit information in the form of ______.
Character-Oriented Protocols transmit information in the form of ______.
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______ Synchronous Communication is a character-oriented protocol.
______ Synchronous Communication is a character-oriented protocol.
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In character-oriented protocols, data is typically marked by ______ characters.
In character-oriented protocols, data is typically marked by ______ characters.
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Bit-oriented protocols remain essential for high-speed, scalable communication systems, especially in ______.
Bit-oriented protocols remain essential for high-speed, scalable communication systems, especially in ______.
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Point-to-Point Protocol is abbreviated as ______.
Point-to-Point Protocol is abbreviated as ______.
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While bit-oriented protocols are more efficient, character-oriented protocols are vital in textual data communication and simple ______ interactions.
While bit-oriented protocols are more efficient, character-oriented protocols are vital in textual data communication and simple ______ interactions.
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The transition from character-oriented to bit-oriented protocols marked a major shift in how data is structured and ______.
The transition from character-oriented to bit-oriented protocols marked a major shift in how data is structured and ______.
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Character-oriented protocols are well-suited for sending ______ packets of data.
Character-oriented protocols are well-suited for sending ______ packets of data.
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A ______-Oriented Protocol organizes and transmits data in individual bits.
A ______-Oriented Protocol organizes and transmits data in individual bits.
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To avoid conflicts between control bits and data bits, bit ______ techniques are used.
To avoid conflicts between control bits and data bits, bit ______ techniques are used.
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Each frame in bit-oriented protocols starts with a start ______ and ends with an end delimiter.
Each frame in bit-oriented protocols starts with a start ______ and ends with an end delimiter.
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Character-oriented protocols are common in older systems and early ______ like telecommunications.
Character-oriented protocols are common in older systems and early ______ like telecommunications.
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Study Notes
Communication Protocols
- Protocols define rules and conventions for device data exchange.
- Two primary types: Bit-Oriented and Character-Oriented.
Bit-Oriented Protocols
- Evolved in the 1970s, with HDLC.
- Provided more efficient and flexible data transmission by breaking data into raw bits.
- Key protocols like Frame Relay, PPP, and Ethernet.
- Essential for high-speed, scalable communication in LANs, WANs, and wireless networks.
Character-Oriented Protocols
- Played a crucial role in early digital communication.
- Enabled data transfer formatted in standardized text.
- Supported by protocols such as Bisync, FTP, SMTP, and HTTP.
- While bit-oriented protocols are more efficient, character-oriented protocols remain vital for textual data and simpler network interactions.
Character-Oriented Protocol (Detailed)
- Also known as byte-oriented protocol.
- Data communication where information is sent in character form.
- Uses special character sequences to mark data packet start and end.
Types of Character-Oriented Protocols
- BISYNC: Binary Synchronous Communication
- DLE: Data Link Escape
- PPP: Point-to-Point Protocol
Advantages of Character-Oriented Protocols
- Simple structure: Easy to implement for straightforward data transmission.
- Reliable for small packets: Well-suited for sending small data packets.
- Error detection: Uses control characters to detect errors.
Disadvantages of Character-Oriented Protocols
- High overhead: Easy to implement, but might have higher overhead in data transmission for straightforward data transmission.
- Limited efficiency: Well-suited for sending small packets of data, but can be less efficient for large-scale operations.
Applications of Character-Oriented Protocols
- Common in older systems, like telecommunications and serial connections.
- Data is sent in packets marked by control characters to indicate start and end points.
Bit-Oriented Protocols (Detailed)
- Organize and transmit data in terms of individual bits, not bytes or characters.
- Data is encapsulated into frames; bit interpretation is critical.
Key Characteristics of Bit-Oriented Protocols
- Bit-Level Framing: Data framed with bit patterns.
- Bit Stuffing: Used to prevent control bit and data bit conflicts.
- Efficient Data Transmission: Suited for high-efficiency, low-level control applications.
How Bit-Oriented Protocols Work
- Data Encapsulation and Framing: Frame starts with a start delimiter, the data presented in bits, and ends with an end delimiter.
- Bit Stuffing: To avoid certain bit patterns from appearing in the data fields, additional bits, called "stuffing bits" are inserted into stream.
- Example of Bit Stuffing: If a sequence of five consecutive '1's is encountered in a data field, a '0' bit is inserted.
- Frame Format: (Example) 01111110 | Address | Control | Data | Checksum | 01111110 (8 bits | 8 bits | 8 bits| 20 bits | 16 bits| 8 bits)
Examples of Bit-Oriented Protocols
- HDLC: High-Level Data Link Control.
- Widely used.
- Bit-oriented protocol in the data link layer.
- Frame Structure: Flag(01111110), Address, Control, Data, CRC.
- Bit Stuffing in HDLC: Insert a 0 bit after five consecutive 1's to distinguish them from the Flag.
Advantages of Bit-Oriented Protocols
- Efficiency: More compact as data is managed at the bit level.
- Flexibility: Adaptable to different communication links.
- Error Detection: Supports advanced error-checking techniques (CRC).
- Transparency: Ensures special sequences, like delimiters, don't appear.
Applications of Bit-Oriented Protocols
- Networking and communication: HDLC, PPP, Frame Relay.
- Embedded Systems: Some embedded protocols for low-latency communication.
- Satellite and Wireless Communication: Crucial for low overhead, high efficiency.
Challenges of Bit-Oriented Protocols
- Bit Stuffing Overhead: Increasing transmission time, reducing efficiency.
- Synchronization: Ensuring sender and receiver alignment with the bit stream (challenging).
- Complexity: Often more complex to implement and debug compared to character-oriented protocols.
Bit-Oriented vs. Character-Oriented Protocols (Comparison)
| Feature | Bit-Oriented Protocols | Character-Oriented Protocols |
|---|---|---|
| Data Representation | Bit-level | Byte/Character-level |
| Efficiency | Higher | Lower |
| Error Detection | Bit-level error detection methods (CRC, checksums) | Relies on character boundaries |
| Complexity | More complex (e.g., bit stuffing) | Simpler (e.g., ASCII-based) |
| Usage | High-speed, low-level control applications | Simple data transmission, and older systems. |
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