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What do WAN standards mainly focus on in the OSI Model?
What do WAN standards mainly focus on in the OSI Model?
- Physical layer and data link layer (correct)
- Session layer and physical layer
- Network layer and transport layer
- Presentation layer and application layer
Which organization is responsible for managing modern WAN standards?
Which organization is responsible for managing modern WAN standards?
- TIA/EIA (correct)
- ISOC
- ICANN
- IEEE
What does a Virtual Private Network (VPN) enable a company to do?
What does a Virtual Private Network (VPN) enable a company to do?
- Share confidential company data on social media
- Host public webinars with global participants
- Connect easily and securely with employees worldwide (correct)
- Store data offline for backup purposes
What is the main purpose of WANs according to the provided text?
What is the main purpose of WANs according to the provided text?
Which industry standard authority is responsible for WAN standards?
Which industry standard authority is responsible for WAN standards?
How has Distributed Network SPAN Engineering utilized Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)?
How has Distributed Network SPAN Engineering utilized Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)?
What is a notable disadvantage of the Hub-and-Spoke topology?
What is a notable disadvantage of the Hub-and-Spoke topology?
Why is the Dual-homed Topology more difficult to implement compared to single-homed topologies?
Why is the Dual-homed Topology more difficult to implement compared to single-homed topologies?
What distinguishes a Fully Meshed Topology from a Partially Meshed Topology?
What distinguishes a Fully Meshed Topology from a Partially Meshed Topology?
Which feature does the Dual-homed Topology prioritize over cost efficiency?
Which feature does the Dual-homed Topology prioritize over cost efficiency?
In a Hub-and-Spoke Topology, how do the spoke routers communicate with each other?
In a Hub-and-Spoke Topology, how do the spoke routers communicate with each other?
What is a distinguishing characteristic of a Dual-homed Topology compared to other WAN topologies?
What is a distinguishing characteristic of a Dual-homed Topology compared to other WAN topologies?
What are some of the benefits of an Ethernet WAN?
What are some of the benefits of an Ethernet WAN?
Which technology can encapsulate all types of protocols including IPv4 and IPv6 traffic?
Which technology can encapsulate all types of protocols including IPv4 and IPv6 traffic?
In MPLS, what is the role of a label switched router (LSR)?
In MPLS, what is the role of a label switched router (LSR)?
Which Ethernet service can also be referred to as Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS)?
Which Ethernet service can also be referred to as Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS)?
Which WAN technology is commonly used to replace traditional serial point-to-point, Frame Relay, and ATM links?
Which WAN technology is commonly used to replace traditional serial point-to-point, Frame Relay, and ATM links?
What is a role that MPLS can serve according to the text?
What is a role that MPLS can serve according to the text?
What is the international standard for adding high-bandwidth data to an existing cable system?
What is the international standard for adding high-bandwidth data to an existing cable system?
What component converts RF signals to light pulses over fiber-optic cable?
What component converts RF signals to light pulses over fiber-optic cable?
In a Fiber to the Building (FTTB) setup, where does fiber reach?
In a Fiber to the Building (FTTB) setup, where does fiber reach?
What may happen to available bandwidth as more users join a cable service according to the text?
What may happen to available bandwidth as more users join a cable service according to the text?
Where is the Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) located?
Where is the Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) located?
What technology uses a coaxial cable from the cable company to provide IP services to users?
What technology uses a coaxial cable from the cable company to provide IP services to users?
Which topology provides the most redundancy possible?
Which topology provides the most redundancy possible?
What is a drawback of the Dual-homed topology?
What is a drawback of the Dual-homed topology?
Which broadband solution has limited bandwidth that is distance sensitive?
Which broadband solution has limited bandwidth that is distance sensitive?
What is a characteristic of a Single-homed topology?
What is a characteristic of a Single-homed topology?
In which topology does the organization lose internet connectivity if the ISP experiences an outage?
In which topology does the organization lose internet connectivity if the ISP experiences an outage?
What should be considered in determining the best broadband solution when multiple options are available?
What should be considered in determining the best broadband solution when multiple options are available?
