Data Link Layer Flashcard6

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Which IEEE standard defines Ethernet?

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IEEE 802.3

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What is the primary function of the data link layer?

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Providing node-to-node data transfer

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Which type of cable is typically used for Ethernet networking?

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Twisted pair cable

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What is the role of a switch in a network?

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To forward data based on MAC addresses

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What is the role of a MAC address in networking?

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Identifying devices on the network

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Which protocol uses an Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)? Options: TCP, IP, UDP, Ethernet

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Ethernet

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How does a switch learn MAC addresses? Options: By broadcasting to all ports, By listening to incoming frames, By using ARP requests, By routing tables

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By listening to incoming frames

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What does CSMA/CD stand for in Ethernet networking?

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Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection

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Which of the following is a protocol operating at the data link layer? IP, TCP, Ethernet, HTTP

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Ethernet

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What describes the data encapsulation process at the data link layer? Options: Segmentation, Packetizing, Framing, Routing

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Framing