Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) R81 — Question 188

What is the Transport layer of the TCP/IP model responsible for?

Answer options

• A. It deals with all aspects of the physical components of network connectivity and connects with different network types.
• B. It defines the protocols that are used to exchange data between networks and how host programs interact with the Application layer.
• C. It manages the flow of data between two hosts to ensure that the packets are correctly assembled and delivered to the target application.
• D. It transports packets as datagrams along different routes to reach their destination.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because the Transport layer is responsible for managing data flow and ensuring packets are correctly assembled for delivery to applications. Option A pertains to the Physical layer, option B relates more to the Network layer, and option D describes aspects of routing rather than the responsibilities of the Transport layer.