The collection examines the data link layer of networking, emphasizing protocols like HDLC and PPP for point-to-point communication, and detailed automatic repeat request (ARQ) protocols including Stop-and-Wait, Go Back N, and Selective Repeat. It also covers the OSI model and essential concepts like framing, error detection, and flow control. Resources include PowerPoint presentations from students discussing the link layer, MAC addresses, multiple access protocols, and the implications of various service models in reliable data transmission.
Computer Networks - A Short Story - By: Ali Mustafa Kamel
