Describe One Disadvantage to Carrier Sensing as a Network Control

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Essay

Describe one disadvantage to carrier sensing as a network control method.

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Definitions:

Consumer's Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing to pay for a good or service and the total amount they actually pay.

Mead

A fermented beverage made from honey, water, and sometimes additional ingredients such as fruits, spices, grains, or hops.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of a consumer's preference ranking for bundles of goods or services measured in terms of utility.

Consumer's Surplus

The disparity between the amount customers are prepared to spend on a product or service and the actual price they pay.