Acknowledgments, sequencing, and flow control are characteristics of which OSI layer?
Options
A. Layer 2
B. Layer 3
C. Layer 4
D. Layer 7
Correct Answer
Layer 4
Explanation
A reliable Transport layer connection uses acknowledgments to make sure all data is transmitted and received reliably. A reliable connection is defined by a virtual circuit that uses acknowledgments, sequencing, and flow control, which are characteristics of the Transport layer (layer 4).
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Explanation:
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