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What do national or global ISPs represent in the network edge?
What do national or global ISPs represent in the network edge?
- Providers connecting to enterprise networks
- Providers connecting to data centers
- Providers connecting to end systems (correct)
- Providers connecting to mobile networks
What is a key function of access networks in the Internet structure?
What is a key function of access networks in the Internet structure?
- To provide wired or wireless communication links for end systems (correct)
- To regulate data flow within the network core
- To manage internet security protocols
- To provide hosting services for websites
Study Notes
Network Edge
- National or global ISPs (Internet Service Providers) represent the last mile of connectivity, where they connect end-users to the global Internet
- They are situated at the edge of the network, providing access to the Internet for users and devices
Access Networks
- A key function of access networks is to provide the connection between end-users and the Internet backbone, enabling data communication between them
- Access networks serve as the point of entry for users to access the global Internet, and are responsible for routing data traffic to its intended destination
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This quiz covers computer network protocols, including the process of making a request to a Web server. It explores the communication between a user's computer and the server when typing a URL into a web browser.
