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What distinguishes packet-switching from circuit-switching?
What distinguishes packet-switching from circuit-switching?
- Circuit-switching transmits packets at full link capacity.
- Packet-switching reserves end-to-end resources for the duration of a call.
- Circuit-switching allows for dynamic resource allocation.
- Packet-switching breaks messages into smaller packets for transmission. (correct)
Which statement best describes the role of the network core?
Which statement best describes the role of the network core?
- It consists mainly of physical media used for data transmission.
- It connects only local networks to hosts directly.
- It operates on a single service model.
- It includes interconnected routers that manage packet transmission. (correct)
What is a key aspect of performance in network systems?
What is a key aspect of performance in network systems?
- All performance metrics are positively correlated.
- Delay is measured only during circuit-switching.
- Throughput is independent of loss and delay.
- Loss, delay, and throughput all contribute to the overall performance. (correct)
In the context of internet structure, what does an ISP typically refer to?
In the context of internet structure, what does an ISP typically refer to?
What is the primary function of a protocol in networking?
What is the primary function of a protocol in networking?
In which type of switching are resources allocated on demand?
In which type of switching are resources allocated on demand?
In a circuit switched network, packet Y’s path compared to packet X’s path is characterized as?
In a circuit switched network, packet Y’s path compared to packet X’s path is characterized as?
What primarily drives the evolution of the complex structure of the Internet?
What primarily drives the evolution of the complex structure of the Internet?
What is the primary challenge when connecting millions of access ISPs together?
What is the primary challenge when connecting millions of access ISPs together?
What characterizes the Internet structure described as a 'network of networks'?
What characterizes the Internet structure described as a 'network of networks'?
What does the traceroute program primarily measure?
What does the traceroute program primarily measure?
How many packets does traceroute send for each router in the path?
How many packets does traceroute send for each router in the path?
What value is used in the time-to-live field for packet transmission to the i-th router?
What value is used in the time-to-live field for packet transmission to the i-th router?
In the provided example, what was the delay measured for the second router?
In the provided example, what was the delay measured for the second router?
What trend is observed in the delays as the packets traverse the path towards the final destination?
What trend is observed in the delays as the packets traverse the path towards the final destination?
What is a fundamental role of packet switches in a network?
What is a fundamental role of packet switches in a network?
Which of the following components is NOT considered a part of the Internet infrastructure?
Which of the following components is NOT considered a part of the Internet infrastructure?
What do protocols in networking primarily control?
What do protocols in networking primarily control?
Which Internet standard is associated with web communication?
Which Internet standard is associated with web communication?
What does the acronym IETF stand for?
What does the acronym IETF stand for?
Which type of network is primarily used by businesses or organizations to manage their internal resources?
Which type of network is primarily used by businesses or organizations to manage their internal resources?
What does 'bandwidth' refer to in the context of communication links?
What does 'bandwidth' refer to in the context of communication links?
Which device could be considered an example of a smart appliance connected to the Internet?
Which device could be considered an example of a smart appliance connected to the Internet?
What does a programming interface in the context of distributed applications provide?
What does a programming interface in the context of distributed applications provide?
What term describes a collection of devices and links managed by an organization?
What term describes a collection of devices and links managed by an organization?
Which aspect of the Internet is described as a 'service' view?
Which aspect of the Internet is described as a 'service' view?
In networking, what does 'RFC' stand for?
In networking, what does 'RFC' stand for?
What technology is typically used for wired networking in homes and businesses?
What technology is typically used for wired networking in homes and businesses?
Which of the following is a method for real-time communication over the Internet?
Which of the following is a method for real-time communication over the Internet?
Which type of network provides dedicated access to a central office?
Which type of network provides dedicated access to a central office?
What is a key feature of hybrid fiber coax (HFC) networks?
What is a key feature of hybrid fiber coax (HFC) networks?
Which transmission rate range is typical for ADSL?
Which transmission rate range is typical for ADSL?
What does frequency division multiplexing (FDM) allow in cable access networks?
What does frequency division multiplexing (FDM) allow in cable access networks?
What is a common feature of mobile access networks like 4G?
What is a common feature of mobile access networks like 4G?
How do wireless local area networks (WLANs) typically connect users?
How do wireless local area networks (WLANs) typically connect users?
What distinguishes fiber to the home (FTTH) networks from traditional DSL networks?
What distinguishes fiber to the home (FTTH) networks from traditional DSL networks?
Which component is found in both DSL and cable access networks but serves different purposes?
Which component is found in both DSL and cable access networks but serves different purposes?
What is a significant downside of shared cable access networks compared to DSL?
What is a significant downside of shared cable access networks compared to DSL?
What is the approximate maximum speed of fiber to the home networks?
What is the approximate maximum speed of fiber to the home networks?
Which network type uses existing telephone lines for data transmission?
Which network type uses existing telephone lines for data transmission?
What distinguishes an enterprise network from residential networks?
What distinguishes an enterprise network from residential networks?
What is the primary function of a Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer (DSLAM)?
What is the primary function of a Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer (DSLAM)?
What is the main advantage of dedicated access networks compared to shared networks?
What is the main advantage of dedicated access networks compared to shared networks?
In a typical home network, what is the function of a router?
In a typical home network, what is the function of a router?
Study Notes
Internet Structure
- Internet Service Providers (ISPs) connect hosts to the Internet.
- Residential and enterprise ISPs are connected to create a complex "network of networks."
- Access ISPs are interconnected, enabling communication between any two hosts.
- Traceroute program measures the delay between a source host to a router along the Internet path towards destination.
- Traceroute sends three packets with time-to-live values to each router on the path.
- The delay between transmission and reply from each router is measured.
- The results help identify the route and delays between the source and destination.
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Test your knowledge on the structure of the Internet and how ISPs interact. This quiz covers the concepts of residential and enterprise ISPs, as well as the functionality of the traceroute program. Understand the complexities of network connections and delay measurement.
