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What is the primary function of packet switches in a network?
What is the primary function of packet switches in a network?
- Connecting other packet switches
- Forwarding packets (correct)
- Serving as access points for wireless networks
- Defining protocols for data transfer
Which of the following is NOT a function of packet switches?
Which of the following is NOT a function of packet switches?
- Defining protocols for data transfer
- Forwarding packets of data
- Connecting end systems
- Serving as access points for wireless networks (correct)
What do packet switches primarily operate on in a network?
What do packet switches primarily operate on in a network?
- Packets of data (correct)
- Protocols
- Network infrastructure
- End systems
What is a key characteristic of packet switches in a network?
What is a key characteristic of packet switches in a network?
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What do packet switches NOT do in a network?
What do packet switches NOT do in a network?
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Packet Switches in a Network
- Packet switches play a crucial role in forwarding packets (chunks of data) in a network.
- Their primary function is to receive incoming data packets and direct them to their intended destinations.
- This process enables efficient and organized communication between devices in a network.
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