Hi,
IS it correct that DHCP is a protocol that enables network devices to share a pool of IP addresses. Is it also correct that DHCP operates at the APPLICATION Layer of the OSI model.
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Hi,
Yes, it is correct that DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol that enables network devices to share a pool of IP addresses. DHCP allows devices to request and obtain IP addresses automatically, eliminating the need for manual configuration.
However, it is not correct to say that DHCP operates at the APPLICATION layer of the OSI model. DHCP actually operates at the NETWORK layer (Layer 3) of the OSI model. The OSI model consists of seven layers: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application. DHCP is part of the TCP/IP protocol suite, which is typically implemented at the Network layer.
To determine the correct layer at which a protocol operates, you can refer to the OSI model and understand the functionality of the protocol. DHCP is responsible for dynamically assigning IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, and other network configuration parameters to devices. This functionality aligns with the responsibilities of the Network layer in the OSI model.