Answer to Question #248781 in Computer Networks for Blackie

Question

Describe the steps involved in a distributed coordination function using a simple carrier sense multiple access algorithm with interframe space delay to transmit frames in a wireless LAN

Answer 1

DCF is the common mode used to transmit the physical medium. Mostly, it is used in both cases of infrastructure networks and ad hoc. Any Wi-Fi device must have an implementation of this mode. The DCF corresponds to an advanced version of Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance (CSMA/CA).