AHJ: Unit14 Communication

What is a protocol in networking?

• A physical cable connection

• A set of rules governing communication across a network

• A type of computer hardware

• A method of encryption

Which protocol is responsible for sending emails?

• HTTP

• FTP

• SMTP

• POP3

In the TCP/IP protocol stack, what is the primary function of the transport layer?

• Identifying network addresses

• Breaking data into packets

• Displaying web pages

• Managing physical network connections

What does MIME protocol primarily help with?

• Encrypting emails

• help sending binary files and other data formats in emails

• Compressing email attachments

• Filtering spam emails

Answer explanation

Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions. It's a standard that extends the format of email messages to support various types of data, such as text in different character sets, images, audio, video, and other file formats. MIME is used when sending emails because it allows for the inclusion of various file types, such as images, audio, video, and documents, within a single email message.This makes email communication more versatile and efficient, as you can share rich media content directly within your emails.  

Which protocol allows file transfer over networks?

• HTTP

• SMTP

• FTP

• IMAP

In circuit switching, what happens to the communication channel during transmission?

• It is shared with other connections

• It is dynamically reassigned

• It is dedicated to a single transmission

• It is randomly routed

What is a key difference between POP3 and IMAP?

• Sending emails

• Synchronization between server and client

• Encryption methods

• Connection speed

What does TCP stand for?

• Transmission Control Protocol

• Transfer Computer Protocol

• Telecommunications Control Protocol

• Technical Connection Protocol

In packet switching, how are data packets typically routed?

• Always along the same predefined path

• Independently and potentially via different routes

• Only through central servers

• Using a single dedicated channel

What is the primary purpose of a tracker in BitTorrent?

• Encrypting files

• Compressing downloads

• Storing details about connected computers

• Blocking unauthorized downloads