Computer Science GCSE
Layered communication
What Layered communication means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Layered communication
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The TCP/IP model splits network communication into four layers, each with a distinct job, working in sequence as data moves down the sender's stack and up the receiver's stack.
Topics that use Layered communication
- Networks (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Addressing at different layers
- Bandwidth
- Bus topology
- Central management and access
- Encapsulation and de-encapsulation
- HTTPS
- IMAP
- LAN
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