Packet Switching And Routers Flashcards
1
Q
Define what a packet is.
A
A packet is data in which data is transmitted over networks.
2
Q
What do routers and gateways have in common?
A
They connect different networks, allowing packets to reach their destination.
3
Q
Describe what routers do.
A
Routers send packets to their recipient via the fastest possible route.
4
Q
Describe what gateways do.
A
Strip away most of the packet’s details, leaving just the packet’s contents. The packet will then be given new sender and receiver addresses which comply to the new protocol.
