Ethernet Flashcards
the links between servers needs to be 10mbps, 100mbps or 1000Mbps ?
Gigabits or 125MBps
what is the speed of fastethernet ?
100mbps or 12.5MBps
64Mbps equals in MBps
64Mbps = 8MBps
Ethernet exist in which layer(s) of the OSI model ?
Data Link and Physical
What is the function of LLC ?
tells the network layer what protocol to use, also functions as a connection between the 2 and 3 OSI layer.
where does LLC resides ?
Data link layer
what is the function of the MAC sublayer ?
media access control
Ethernet on the physical layer means
copper cables, Fiber, Wireless
Ethernet uses LLC for what purpose ?
to link the MAC address to the IP address
Ethernet on the Data link layer means.
MAC, LLC
Logical addresses exist on which OSI layer ?
Network Layer
What is a set of rules that govern how you talk on the network ?
CSMA/CD
what does CSMA/CD stands for ?
Carrier: the network signal
Sense: the ability to detect
Multiple Access: equal access for all
Collision Detection: action when data collides
What is Unicast ?
one-to-one communication
What is Multicast ?
send to a group