Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Protocol

What is a protocol?

• A type of data transmission

• A set of rules that allow electronic devices to communicate with each other

• A type of hardware device

• A programming language

Which layer of protocols is responsible for establishing communication between devices at a hardware level?

• Application layer

• Transport layer

• Internet layer

• Link layer

What is an example of an Internet layer protocol?

• IPv4

• HTTP

• FTP

• IMAP

Which layer of protocols defines how packets are sent, received, and confirmed?

• Transport layer

• Link layer

• Internet layer

• Application layer

What is an example of an Application layer protocol used for sending email messages?

• HTTPS

• TCP

• UDP

• SMTP

What is the purpose of the Link layer protocols?

• Contain commands for specific applications

• Define how packets are sent, received, and confirmed

• Initiate data transfers and route them over the Internet

• Establish communication between devices at a hardware level

Which layer of protocols is used for transmitting data over the Internet?

• Internet layer

• Transport layer

• Application layer

• Link layer

What is an example of a Transport layer protocol?

• PPP

• Wi-Fi

• DSL

• TCP

What is the purpose of Application layer protocols?

• Contain commands for specific applications

• Establish communication between devices at a hardware level

• Initiate data transfers and route them over the Internet

• Define how packets are sent, received, and confirmed

Why are protocols important in digital communication?

• They define data transmission types

• They are used for programming languages

• They are a type of hardware device

• They allow electronic devices to communicate effectively