[&] What is the relationship of the Internet Protocol with regards to the data sent between two devices? (Select the best answer)
- IP provides an encapsulation method for data between nodes. -- Correct
- IP is designed to dictate a format to all data sent between nodes.
- IP provides a reliable connection between nodes.
- IP dictates the amount of time nodes may transmit between each other.

[&] Which of the following are characteristics of a packet-switched network? (Select two answers)
- Use of dedicated lines with non-redundant paths between any two points.
- Delivery of messages is always accomplished via cut-through switching.
- Device communicate by sending a constant stream of information between themselves.
- Use of a decentralized network with multiple paths between any two points. -- Correct
- Devices communicate by dividing messages up into discrete message blocks. -- Correct
- Messages are always sent in a reliable manner guaranteeing reception.

[&] The Internet Protocol was originally designed to facilitate which type of network? (Select the best answer)
- Packet-switched networks -- Correct
- Circuit-switched networks
- Dialup networks
- Leased-line networks