Network Protocols Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of TCP?
A
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) splits data from applications into small pieces called ‘packets’.
2
Q
What are the two key parts of a packet?
A
All packets contain a header and a payload.
3
Q
What is found within the header of a packet?
A
The header of a packet contains information on how the packet should reach its destination.
4
Q
What is found within the payload of a packet?
A
The payload of a packet is the actual data that is being sent.
5
Q
What is the purpose of IP?
A
IP defines how data packets should be sent between networks.
6
Q
What is added to the header of an IP packet?
A
When a packet is sent between networks, a source and destination IP address is added.
