What is a requirement of a connectionless packetswitched network?
- A virtual circuit is created for the duration of the packet delivery.
- Each packet has to carry only an identifier.
- Full addressing information must be carried in each data packet.
- The network predetermines the route for a packet.
Explanation: A connection-oriented system predetermines the network path, creates a virtual circuit for the duration of the packet delivery, and requires that each packet carry an identifier. A connectionless packet-switched network, such as the internet, requires each data packet to carry addressing information.
Exam with this question: 7.6.3 Module Quiz - WAN Concepts
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