COMPUTER NETWORKING

INTRODUCTION

PROTOCOL LAYERING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these is an “Network Layer” protocol?
A
IP
B
Ethernet
C
WiFi
D
FTP
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The most significant protocol at layer 3 (also called the network layer) is the Internet Protocol, or IP. IP is the standard for routing packets across interconnected networks–hence, the name internet.

Detailed explanation-2: -Internet Layer. This layer, also known as the network layer, accepts and delivers packets for the network. It includes the powerful Internet protocol (IP), the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) protocol, and the Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) protocol.

Detailed explanation-3: -In terms of the OSI model, IP is a network-layer protocol. It provides a datagram service between applications, supporting both TCP and UDP.

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