Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - VCI

What does VCI stand for in networking?

• Virtual Data Transfer

• Virtual Connection Indicator

• Virtual Path Indicator

• Virtual Channel Identifier

What is the purpose of VCI in conjunction with VPI in ATM?

• To encrypt data packets

• To identify the sender of the data

• To indicate the path of an ATM cell

• To compress data for faster transfer

How many bits is the VCI field in an ATM cell?

• 8 bits

• 16 bits

• 32 bits

• 64 bits

What does the VCI specify within each ATM cell?

• The data payload size

• The fixed channel for the packet to be sent

• The encryption key

• The destination IP address

What is the main advantage of using ATM for data transfer?

• Lower cost

• Faster transfer speeds

• Easier tracking of data packets

• Higher security

What is the VPI field used for in ATM cells?

• Data Compression

• Data Encryption

• Virtual Channel Identifier

• Virtual Path Indicator

Why is the VCI important in preventing interference with other data?

• It compresses the data packets

• It encrypts the data for security

• It increases the speed of data transfer

• It specifies the virtual channel for each packet

How does ATM send packets over the network?

• Over random paths

• Over fixed channels

• Through multiple routers

• Through satellite connections

What protocol is commonly used by ISPs for data transfer?

• UDP

• ATM

• TCP/IP

• HTTP

What is the purpose of the VCI and VPI combination in ATM?

• To indicate the path and channel for data transfer

• To compress data packets

• To increase network speed

• To encrypt all data packets