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What is the primary function of the label added to a packet in an MPLS network?
What is the primary function of the label added to a packet in an MPLS network?
Which component is responsible for determining the initial path selection in an MPLS network?
Which component is responsible for determining the initial path selection in an MPLS network?
What does MPLS primarily decouple in a wide area network?
What does MPLS primarily decouple in a wide area network?
What kind of paths does MPLS create to route traffic efficiently?
What kind of paths does MPLS create to route traffic efficiently?
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What is the purpose of the Label Forwarding Information Base (LFIB) in an MPLS network?
What is the purpose of the Label Forwarding Information Base (LFIB) in an MPLS network?
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What is one benefit of using MPLS for applications like live video streaming?
What is one benefit of using MPLS for applications like live video streaming?
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Which part of the MPLS header is allocated for the time-to-live (TTL) field?
Which part of the MPLS header is allocated for the time-to-live (TTL) field?
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What does the term 'Label Switched Path (LSP)' refer to in MPLS?
What does the term 'Label Switched Path (LSP)' refer to in MPLS?
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What is the role of an Egress Router in MPLS?
What is the role of an Egress Router in MPLS?
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Which statement best describes Label Distribution Protocol (LDP)?
Which statement best describes Label Distribution Protocol (LDP)?
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What is a Forwarding Equivalence Class (FEC)?
What is a Forwarding Equivalence Class (FEC)?
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Which components comprise the MPLS system architecture?
Which components comprise the MPLS system architecture?
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How does the Control Plane interact with the Data Plane in MPLS?
How does the Control Plane interact with the Data Plane in MPLS?
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What function does a Label Switch Controller (LSC) perform?
What function does a Label Switch Controller (LSC) perform?
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What is the primary function of the Data Plane in MPLS?
What is the primary function of the Data Plane in MPLS?
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Which routing protocols does the Control Plane utilize for label distribution?
Which routing protocols does the Control Plane utilize for label distribution?
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What is the primary purpose of implementing MPLS equipment in replacements for SDH?
What is the primary purpose of implementing MPLS equipment in replacements for SDH?
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Which training approach is recommended for effective technology adoption by officers and supervisors?
Which training approach is recommended for effective technology adoption by officers and supervisors?
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What capability is NOT listed for the Zone HQ NOC?
What capability is NOT listed for the Zone HQ NOC?
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What is a key advantage of using MPLS in a network?
What is a key advantage of using MPLS in a network?
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How does MPLS enhance the privacy of data on a network?
How does MPLS enhance the privacy of data on a network?
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What type of equipment is recommended to be used in future replacements?
What type of equipment is recommended to be used in future replacements?
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What is one of the common applications of MPLS?
What is one of the common applications of MPLS?
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What is one of the roles of the NOC in managing the unified network?
What is one of the roles of the NOC in managing the unified network?
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What aspect of MPLS allows for the addition of remote connections?
What aspect of MPLS allows for the addition of remote connections?
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How does MPLS influence WAN routing responsibilities?
How does MPLS influence WAN routing responsibilities?
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What is one feature MPLS offers for traffic management?
What is one feature MPLS offers for traffic management?
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Which statement is true regarding MPLS and traffic classification?
Which statement is true regarding MPLS and traffic classification?
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What distinguishes MPLS from traditional network configurations?
What distinguishes MPLS from traditional network configurations?
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What is the primary function of MPLS within a telecommunications network?
What is the primary function of MPLS within a telecommunications network?
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What layer in the OSI model does MPLS operate at?
What layer in the OSI model does MPLS operate at?
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What is one of the key advantages of IP-MPLS technology for Indian Railways?
What is one of the key advantages of IP-MPLS technology for Indian Railways?
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How does MPLS improve packet forwarding compared to traditional IP networks?
How does MPLS improve packet forwarding compared to traditional IP networks?
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Which of the following technologies is NOT mentioned as part of the major technologies related to MPLS?
Which of the following technologies is NOT mentioned as part of the major technologies related to MPLS?
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What is the role of the label in MPLS?
What is the role of the label in MPLS?
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What does the acronym NMS stand for in the context of MPLS?
What does the acronym NMS stand for in the context of MPLS?
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What characteristic of MPLS paths is highlighted in the context of forwarding?
What characteristic of MPLS paths is highlighted in the context of forwarding?
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What is a primary advantage of using MPLS in network management?
What is a primary advantage of using MPLS in network management?
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Which of the following is NOT typically included in the service-level agreements (SLAs) for MPLS services?
Which of the following is NOT typically included in the service-level agreements (SLAs) for MPLS services?
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What benefit does MPLS provide in terms of network congestion?
What benefit does MPLS provide in terms of network congestion?
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What is one disadvantage associated with implementing MPLS?
What is one disadvantage associated with implementing MPLS?
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What aspect of network management does MPLS NOT provide?
What aspect of network management does MPLS NOT provide?
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Which operational unit within the Indian Railways is responsible for coordinating communication activities?
Which operational unit within the Indian Railways is responsible for coordinating communication activities?
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Where should servers running various services for a railway Division be ideally located?
Where should servers running various services for a railway Division be ideally located?
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What is one of the services/applications controlled within the Division of Indian Railways?
What is one of the services/applications controlled within the Division of Indian Railways?
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Study Notes
Chapter VIII: IP-MPLS
- Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), also known as IP-MPLS, is a routing mechanism within telecommunications networks.
- Routers direct data using short path labels instead of longer network addresses, improving communication speed.
- MPLS encapsulates diverse protocols into packets with its own protocol, thus called “multiprotocol” routing.
- MPLS is an IETF-specified framework for efficient traffic forwarding, routing, and switching.
- MPLS was designed to overcome limitations of IP-based forwarding, especially for Virtual Private Networks (VPN).
- Traditional IP networks use an IP lookup in each router, which is time-consuming, requiring overhead at each router interface.
- MPLS makes forwarding decisions based on packet labels, avoiding extensive packet examination.
- MPLS operates between the OSI data link layer and network layer (Layer 2.5).
- IP-MPLS, MPLS-TP, and Carrier Ethernet technologies are considered for future transport in Indian Railways, with IP-MPLS being chosen.
- IP-MPLS supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, essential for railways.
- A common Network Management System (NMS) is used for operations and maintenance, handling core, aggregation, and access networks.
MPLS Technology & Terminology
- MPLS is an overlay technique, improving performance and efficiency without explicit technology association.
- Packet entry into an MPLS network assigns a forwarding equivalence class (FEC) value by adding a small label.
- Routers use this label as an index to identify a new FEC for the packet.
- MPLS creates a pre-determined path for routing based on FEC labels, optimizing choices for low-latency applications like video streaming.
- The MPLS header, 32 bits long, comprises a 20-bit label (possibly a label stack), 3-bit experimental (CoS or service) bits, a bottom-of-stack bit, and 8-bit time-to-live (TTL).
- Label Forwarding Information Base (LFIB) is a table created by label-switched devices, showing how to forward packets with specific labels.
- Label Switched Path (LSP): A unidirectional tunnel between router pairs.
- Label Edge Router (LER), or Ingress router, encapsulates packets in MPLS LSPs for initial path selection.
MPLS Operation
- MPLS relies on two components: control and data planes.
- The control plane handles routing information exchange, exchanges label bindings, and distributes information.
- Protocols like OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP facilitate information exchange.
- Control components create label bindings and distribute label binding information using LDP.
- The data plane forwards packets based on the label lookup in the LFIB table.
- MPLS uses LDP as a main control protocol to distribute labels.
MPLS Services
- MPLS Traffic Engineering (MPLS-TE): Balancing traffic load on various links and routers.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Allows prioritization of traffic types.
- MPLS VPNs: Using a Service Provider's backbone network for secure connectivity between customer locations.
Advantages of MPLS
- Scalability
- Interconnectivity growth
- Remote connections integration
- WAN routing
- Quality of Service (QoS) enhancements
- Cost-effective VPN deployment
Disadvantages of MPLS
- Lack of full control of the network, needing service provider interaction for configuration.
- Potentially higher costs than other networking alternatives (e.g., Ethernet).
Implementation Considerations
- Railway network structure is considered, with division as the central operational unit.
- Network infrastructure should be unified for better management.
- Training and personnel for MPLS are necessary.
- Network management and monitoring (NOC) will be important for effective MPLS use.
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