MAC address layer 2 switching Flashcards
1
Q
What layer does MAC address layer 2 switching occur on?
A
Datalink layer.
2
Q
What do switches use to make forwarding decisions?
A
MAC addresses.
3
Q
What is the first step of MAC address layer 2 switching?
A
The switch recieves a data frame with mac address data.
4
Q
What is the second step of MAC address layer 2 switching?
A
The switch consults the MAC address table and searches for the port with the MAC.
5
Q
What happens if the destination MAC isn’t in the MAC address table?
A
The switch floods the frame out to all ports, thus learning the association of port and mac.
6
Q
What’s the point of MAC address layer 2 switching?
A
Increase network efficiency and minimize unnecessary connections.
