Layers Flashcards
1
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Application layer
A
- provides networking services to application
- turns data into websites
2
Q
Transport layer
A
- sets up communication between 2 devices
- splits data into packets
- checks if data packets are sent or received
3
Q
Internet Layer
A
- packages and unpackaged data
- adds IP address to data packets
- directs data packets between devices and handles traffic
- routes the packets (across the network);
4
Q
Link layer
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- passed data over the physical network
- responsible for how data is sent as electrical signals over cables wireless and other hardware (NICs)
- interprets signals using device drivers
5
Q
What is MAC address filtering?
A
- Each device connected to the network has a (unique) reference ID/physical address (called the MAC Address);
There is a list of allowed/denied addresses;
The network device/router looks at the address of the device trying to
connect (and blocks/allows appropriately);