Circuit/Packet Switching

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Created on: 07-03-23 09:46

List The Advantages Of Packet Switching

Packets can be rerouted if an error occurs.
It doesn't take much storage/memory.
Costs very little compared the circuit switching.
More efficient than circuit switching (less waste).
Simultaneous channel usage from multiple users.

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List The Disadvantages Of Packet Switching

It is unsuitable for applications that require low latency or little to no delay.
There can be major issues if there is a lot of traffic.

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List The Advantages Of Circuit Switching

Fixed Bandwidth.
Data is transmitted with a fixed data route.
Suitable for long continuous communication.
No waiting time at switches.

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List The Disadvantages Of Circuit Switching

Dedicated connection making it impossible to transmit other data even if the channel is free.
Resources are not utilized fully.
Dedicated channels need more bandwidth.

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What Happens To Lost Packets In TCP vs UDP

TCP - requests the lost packets.
UDP - loses and ignores the lost packets.

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List Some Of The Features Of Circuit Switching

Predetermined routes before the information is sent.
There is no delay at the destination as the information is already complete.
For example it is used in phones on landlines.

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There can be major issues if there is a lot of traffic.

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