Tuesday, May 29, 2007

NETWORKING FAQS

What are the seven layers of the OSI model?




A.
Physical Layer - covers the physical interface between devices and the rules by which bits are passed from one to another.

Data Link Layer - attempts o make the physical link reliable and provides the means to activate, maintain, and deactivate the link.

Network Layer - provides for the transfer of information between end systems across

some sort communications network.

Transport Layer - provides a mechanism for the exchange of data between end system.

Session Layer - provides the mechanism for controlling the dialogue between applications

in end systems.

Presentation Layer - defines the format of the data to be exchanged between applications

and offers application programs a set of data transformation services.

Application Layer - provides a means for application programs to access the OSI environment.

Name the seven layers of the OSI Model and describe them briefly.

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A. In the world of computers, networking is the practice of linking two or more computing devices together for the purpose of sharing data. Networks are built with a mix of computer hardware and computer software.

What is (Wireless / Computer) Networking?

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A. Wireless networks utilize radio waves and/or microwaves to maintain communication channels between computers. Wireless networking is a more modern alternative to wired networking that relies on copper and/or fiber optic cabling between network devices.

A wireless network offers advantages and disadvantages compared to a wired network. Advantages of wireless include mobility and elimination of unsightly cables. Disadvantages of wireless include the potential for radio interference due to weather, other wireless devices, or obstructions like walls.

What is Wireless Computer Networking?

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A. In networking, the communication language used by computer devices is called the protocol. Yet another way to classify computer networks is by the set of protocols they support. Networks often implement multiple protocols to support specific applications. Popular protocols include TCP/IP, the most common protocol found on the Internet and in home networks.


Basic Concepts
The Physical Layer
Teh Data Link Layer
The Network Layer
The Transport Layer
The Application Layer
Network Security
Network Programming