Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Transmission (Section 2 - No. 4)
What is the function of the 'sequence number' in a packet's header?
To indicate the number of packets.
To ensure the packets are reassembled in the right order.
To encrypt the data.
To calculate the size of the packets.
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Sequence numbers help put the packets back together correctly at their destination.