How the Transport Layer Works
This article includes a detailed introduction to how the transport layer works. Also looks at TCP segments and transport protocols.
Author: Alison Quine
How the Internet Layer Works
An article that gets to the heart of how the internet layer works. This takes you through the basic responsibilities of the internet layer right through to more technical …
How the Network Access Layer Works
An article exploring how the network access layer works. Includes a look at the purpose of the network access layer and how it fits into the network as a …
How Encapsulation Works Within the TCP/IP Model
A brief but detailed guide to how encapsulation works within the TCP/IP model. Includes an explanation of how layers fit together within the TCP/IP model.
The TCP/IP Stack and the OSI Model
An article breaking down the basics of the TCP/IP stack and the OSI model. Includes graphical representations to help you along the way.
An Introduction To TCP/IP
TCP/IP , or Transmission Control protocol/Internet Protocol, is literally the backbone of internet and network communication. The concepts of TCP/IP are difficult to grasp without previous experience, so don’t …
A Guide to Bandwidth and Throughput
In the Guide to Bandwidth and Throughput we take a look at these two important subjects and show you where they differ.
A Guide To Network Math
In this guide we provide beginners with a definitive look at how network math works. Includes an introduction to binary and hexadecimal.
A Brief Overview Of Networking Media
In this article we examine what networking media is. Also includes a look at networking media technologies like copper networking media, optical networking media and wireless networking media.
A Brief Overview Of Cabling LANs And WANs
If you take a moment to think about how your computer is accessing the internet, you’ll notice that it isn’t as simple as it sounds. Every LAN and WAN …