The purpose of data networking protocols is to:
A) define the rules, methods, and standards used by the network
B) ensure that the information traveling on the network reaches its destination
C) determine what path the information should follow, the type of vehicle it should ride in, the number of stops it needs to make, the alternate routes available, and the time allowed for the trip
D) all of the above

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Data networking protocols serve multiple purposes: they establish the rules, methods, and standards for how data is transmitted across a network (A); they ensure data reaches its intended destination correctly (B); and they manage the path, transportation method, stops, alternate routes, and timing for data packets traveling across the network (C). Thus, all the options collectively describe the functions of networking protocols.

The Purpose of Data Networking Protocols Is To