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Computer Science - Networking
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- 1What does the Transport Layer do in the OSI Model?Makes sure the data can be sent without errors.
- 2What does HTTPS stand for?Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure.
- 3What is secure/encrypted? HTTP or HTTPsHTTPS.
- 4Which network topology connects each device to each other through cables?Mesh.
- 5What does DNS stand for?Domain Name System.
- 6What protocol is used for sending emails?SMTP.
- 7What protocol deletes the email after the client has downloaded it?POP3
- 8What two protocols are used for receiving emails?IMAP and POP3
- 9Which layer of the OSI model creates the connection between the client and the server?The Session Layer.
- 10What is a disadvantage of using a Mesh topology?Takes a lot of cables,
Installation is difficult if you need to add more devices. - 11What is an advantage of using a Mesh topology?More secure as it's wired,
A Fault is found easily. - 12What is a disadvantage of using a Star topology?A switch costs money,
If the switch fails the whole network goes down. - 13What is an advantage of using a Star topology?You don't need as much wires as a Mesh topology as you're just connecting the devices to the switch,
Easily connect to new devices,
Failure of one device doesn't bring down the whole network.
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- Flashcards on Computer Science - Networking, created by George Reeve on 09/03/2018.
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