Question

    What is the purpose of flow control in data communication?

    A To detect and correct errors in data transmission Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To manage the flow of data between sender and receiver Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To encrypt data for secure transmission Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D To provide authentication for data packets Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Flow control techniques ensure that data is transmitted at a rate that the receiver can handle, preventing overload and data loss. It helps synchronize the data transmission between sender and receiver.

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