Data Communication · Class 12 · CBSE · Science Computer Science
What is the primary purpose of a communication protocol in a computer network?
Practice question from Data Communication (Class 12 · CBSE · Science Computer Science), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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What is the primary purpose of a communication protocol in a computer network?
- A.To define rules for exchanging data between devicesCorrect answer
- B.To increase the physical size of a network
- C.To convert electrical energy into mechanical energy
- D.To permanently store transmitted data
Solution
A protocol is a set of agreed rules that governs communication between devices, including data format, timing and error handling.
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