Protocol Layers Flashcards
understand the structure and functions of the different layers
what is the purpose of the application layer?
the application layer loads the software that will be used
what does HTTPS stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
what does HTTP stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
what does FTP stand for?
File Transfer Protocol
what does SMTP stand for?
Send Mail Transfer Protocol
what does IMAP stand for?
Internet Mail Access Protocol
what is the purpose of the transport layer?
the transport layer:
- sorts the data into packets
- checks if data has been sent and received
what is the purpose of the internet layer?
the internet layer places IP addresses on each packet and routes them to their destination
what does IP stands for?
short for Internet Protocol
what does the data/link layer do?
the data/link layer is responsible for the physical deliverance of the data
how can the data be sent through the data/link layer?
through:
- Wi-Fi
- Ethernet cable
define protocol
set of rules that allows 2 devices to communicate with one another
