Define fragmentation and explain why it is used.

What will be an ideal response?


Fragmentation is the process of dividing packets into smaller packets to transmit them through networks. A packet sent from one network might be too big for another network to receive, so IP splits the packet so that it can be transferred.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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