In a Telecommunications Network Architecture, a Protocol Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

In a telecommunications network architecture, a protocol is:

• A) a device that handles the switching of voice and data in a local area network.
• B) a standard set of rules and procedures for control of communications in a network.
• C) a communications service for microcomputer users.
• D) the main computer in a telecommunications network.
• E) a system by which packets are sent over different networks.

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Definitions:

Exponential Random Variable

A type of continuous random variable that is used to model time until an event occurs, with a constant hazard rate.

Exponential Distribution

A continuous probability distribution that describes the times between events in a Poisson process, representing a constant hazard rate.

Density Function

A mathematical function that describes the distribution of a continuous random variable, indicating the probability of the variable falling within a particular range.

Exponentially Distributed

Pertaining to a statistical distribution characterized by a constant rate of decay or growth over time.