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Introduction to Networks and Distributed Processing

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What is the primary purpose of distributed processing in a network?

To limit network access to only a few nodes

To divide tasks among multiple computers (correct)

To centralize all processing on a single computer

To ensure all nodes perform the same function

Which factor is not considered when measuring the performance of a network?

Transmission speed

Transit time

Data encryption level (correct)

Response time

In the context of network performance, what does 'transit time' refer to?

The total time taken to respond to a message

The time for a node to transmit a message from start to finish (correct)

The time between an inquiry and a response

The time taken for a node to process an inquiry

What is the main focus of measuring network performance according to the text?

Speed of message transmission and response time Signup and view all the answers

Which criterion is not essential for making a network better than others according to the text?

Scalability Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Bandwidth and Throughput?

Bandwidth measures the maximum capacity of a network, while Throughput measures the actual data transfer rate. Signup and view all the answers

How do Bandwidth and Throughput affect network speed?

Increasing Bandwidth generally leads to faster data transfer, while increasing Throughput can cause congestion and decrease speed. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as influencing a network's performance?

Protocol efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between Reliability and Security in networking?

Reliability focuses on network failures and recovery time, while Security focuses on data protection from attacks. Signup and view all the answers

Why are Latency and Throughput considered proportional?

Attempts to boost Throughput can lead to an increase in Latency. Signup and view all the answers