Networking Models Flashcards
What does OSI stand for?
Open Systems Interconnection
How many layers are there in the OSI model?
Seven layers
True or False: The OSI model is a theoretical framework for understanding network communication.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ layer of the OSI model is responsible for data formatting and encryption.
Presentation
What is the primary function of the Transport layer in the OSI model?
To provide reliable or unreliable delivery of data and error recovery.
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for routing packets between devices?
Network layer
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT one of the OSI model layers? A) Application B) Session C) Network D) Internet
D) Internet
What layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating connections?
Session layer
True or False: The Data Link layer is responsible for physical addressing.
True
Short Answer: Name the topmost layer of the OSI model.
Application layer
What does TCP stand for?
Transmission Control Protocol
True or False: The IP in TCP/IP stands for Internet Protocol.
True
Fill in the blank: The TCP/IP model has __ layers.
4
What is the lowest layer of the TCP/IP model?
Network Interface Layer
Which layer of the TCP/IP model is responsible for end-to-end communication?
Transport Layer
Multiple Choice: Which protocol operates at the Transport Layer? A) HTTP B) FTP C) TCP D) IP
C) TCP
What is the purpose of the Network Layer in the TCP/IP model?
To route packets across different networks.
True or False: The Application Layer in the TCP/IP model includes protocols like SMTP and DNS.
True
Short Answer: Name one protocol used at the Application Layer.
HTTP
Fill in the blank: The Transport Layer can use both __ and __ protocols.
TCP; UDP
What is the main function of the Network Interface Layer?
To manage the physical network hardware and data transmission.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a layer of the TCP/IP model? A) Application B) Transport C) Presentation D) Network
C) Presentation
True or False: The TCP/IP model is a theoretical framework and not used in real-world networking.
False
Short Answer: What is the main protocol used for IP addressing?
IPv4 or IPv6
Fill in the blank: TCP provides __ delivery of data.
reliable
What are the two main types of transport protocols in the TCP/IP model?
TCP and UDP
Multiple Choice: Which layer handles error detection and correction? A) Application B) Transport C) Network D) Data Link
B) Transport
True or False: UDP is a connection-oriented protocol.
False
Short Answer: What does the acronym UDP stand for?
User Datagram Protocol
Fill in the blank: The Application Layer provides __ services to user applications.
network
What is the primary role of the Internet Protocol (IP)?
To route packets from the source to the destination.
Multiple Choice: Which layer is responsible for data encryption and compression? A) Application B) Transport C) Network D) Data Link
A) Application
True or False: The TCP/IP model was developed before the OSI model.
True
Short Answer: What does the acronym ICMP stand for?
Internet Control Message Protocol
Fill in the blank: The main function of the Network Layer is to provide __ services.
routing
What does the term ‘port’ refer to in the context of TCP/IP?
A number used to identify a specific process or service on a host.
Multiple Choice: Which protocol is used for secure data transmission over the Internet? A) HTTP B) HTTPS C) FTP D) SMTP
B) HTTPS
True or False: The TCP/IP model has a Presentation Layer.
False
