What Is Packet-Switching

question 31

Multiple Choice

What is packet-switching?

• A)Occurs when the sending computer divides a message into a number of efficiently sized units called packets, each of which contains the address of the destination computer
• B)Refers to an intelligent connecting device that examines each packet of data it receives and then decides which way to send it onward toward its destination
• C)Refers to the geometric arrangement of the actual physical organization of the computers and other network devices) in a network
• D)Refers to a model for applications in which the bulk of the back-end processing, such as performing a physical search of a database, takes place on a server, while the front-end processing, which involves communicating with the users, is handled by the clients

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Definitions:

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is normally increased. For assets and expenses, it is the debit side; for liabilities, equity, and revenue, it is the credit side.

Account Nature

Refers to the intrinsic characteristics of an account that determine how transactions are recorded and classified, such as whether it is an asset, liability, revenue, or expense account.

Financial Statement

Reports that quantify the financial strength, performance, and liquidity of a company during a specific period.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is expected to have a higher balance, indicating its typical increase direction.