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Which option correctly matches each term to its meaning?.
- A.Gateway: a point connecting different networks; IP address: an address used to identify a device or network location
- B.Gateway: a type of packet payload; IP address: a domain name ending
- C.Gateway: a domain name service; IP address: a human-readable web address
- D.Gateway: a packet header field only; IP address: a router's brand name
Model answer
What a good answer should say
- A gateway connects different networks, while an IP address identifies a device or network location for communication.
Explanation
Why this works
A gateway is used where networks connect to one another. An IP address is used in internetworking to identify the destination or source of communication.
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