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Describe the protocols used in the Network Layer (ARP, RARP, ICMP, IGMP).

The Network Layer in the OSI model is responsible for routing packets across the network from the source to the destination. Here’s an overview of the
main protocols used in the Network Layer:

1. Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)


Purpose: ARP is used to map an IP address to a MAC (Media Access Control) address in a local network. When a device wants to communicate
with another device on the same network, it needs the MAC address of the destination. ARP helps find this address.

How It Works:

The device sends a broadcast ARP request to all devices on the network, asking for the MAC address associated with a specific IP address.

The device with that IP address replies with its MAC address.

The original device then stores this IP-to-MAC mapping in its ARP cache for future use.

2. Reverse Address Resolution Protocol (RARP)


Purpose: RARP is used to map a MAC address to an IP address. It is the opposite of ARP and is typically used by diskless devices or machines that
do not know their IP address at startup.

How It Works:

The device broadcasts a RARP request, asking for its IP address.

A RARP server on the network receives the request and replies with the corresponding IP address.

Note: RARP has been largely replaced by newer protocols like BOOTP and DHCP.

3. Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)


Purpose: ICMP is used for error reporting and diagnostic functions in the network. It helps in troubleshooting issues with network communication.

Common Uses:

Ping: Uses ICMP to test the reachability of a host and measure round-trip time.

Traceroute: Uses ICMP to trace the path packets take to reach a destination.

Error Messages: ICMP reports issues such as "Destination Unreachable" or "Time Exceeded" (when a packet’s TTL value reaches zero).

4. Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP)


Purpose: IGMP is used for managing multicast group memberships in IPv4 networks. It allows devices to join and leave multicast groups, which
helps in the efficient delivery of data to multiple devices.

How It Works:

A device that wants to receive multicast traffic sends an IGMP message to join a specific multicast group.

Routers use IGMP to keep track of which devices are interested in which multicast groups, allowing them to efficiently forward multicast
traffic.

These protocols help manage essential network functions such as address resolution, error handling, and group communication, enabling smooth data
transmission across the network.

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