engineering computer science MCQ #996

A device is sending data using TCP. What is the purpose of the sequence number?

engineering computer science MCQ #996

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A device is sending data using TCP. What is the purpose of the sequence number?

    • A) To ensure data is delivered in order
    • B) To provide error checking
    • C) To fragment data
    • D) To acknowledge received data

    Answer: To ensure data is delivered in order

    Explanation: The sequence number ensures that data is delivered in the correct order, allowing the receiver to reassemble the data.