Module 6 Reading Organizer Student Version Note: The Reading Organizer has weighted scoring. Any question with the word explain, define, or describe in it is expected to have a longer answer and is worth two points each. After completion of this chapter, you should be able to: Describe the purpose and function of the data link layer in preparing communication for transmission on specific media. Compare the characteristics of media access control methods on WAN and LAN topologies. Describe the characteristics and functions of the data link frame. 6.1 Purpose of the Data Link Layer 1. Describe the six areas that the data link layer covers. a. b. c.