Which protocol is commonly used in wireless LANs to reduce the possibility of collisions?
Options
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A.
CSMA/CD
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B.
CSMA/CA
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C.
Token Ring
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D.
ALOHA only
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E.
None of the above
Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)
B.
CSMA/CA
Detailed Explanation
Correct Answer: CSMA/CA
- CSMA/CA stands for Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance.
- It is used in IEEE 802.11 wireless LANs.
- Wireless devices attempt to avoid collisions before transmitting.
- It may use acknowledgements and optional RTS/CTS mechanisms.
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