Network protocol is best defined as which of the following?
- A. A numerical identifier used to distinguish specific processes or services running on a networked device.
- B. A set of rules that governs how data is formatted and transmitted between devices on a network. ✓
- C. A four-layer networking framework that describes how data is transmitted over the internet.
- D. A standard network protocol used to transfer files between a client and a server.
Correct answer
B. A set of rules that governs how data is formatted and transmitted between devices on a network.
Explanation
Network protocol refers to a set of rules that governs how data is formatted and transmitted between devices on a network.