L2 ICT U1 Packet Switching Flashcard

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What is packet switching?

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A method of data exchange over a network where data is broken down into packets.

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What are the three main parts of a packet in packet switching?

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Header, payload, and trailer.

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What does the header of a packet typically contain?

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The IP address of where the data was sent from.

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Why are packets sent independently over the network in packet switching?

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To use whatever route is fastest for each packet.

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What is the fundamental technology used in most local area networks and the internet?

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Packet switching

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What is the purpose of the Destination Address in a data packet?

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To know exactly where the data is being sent and ensure each packet reaches its intended location

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What does the Payload section of a data packet contain?

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The actual piece of the overall data that is being sent

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What is the benefit of packet switching in terms of delivery time?

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Data is split into smaller packets which can be transferred more quickly over a network

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How does packet switching contribute to network efficiency?

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Each packet can take the most efficient route and does not need to arrive in order

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What is the advantage of packet switching in terms of fault tolerance?

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Data packets are not delayed by network issues and can be easily redirected around these problems