Practice TCP Congestion Control: Loss-Based vs. Delay-Based Control - 4.4.5 | Module 4: The Transport Layer | Computer Network
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4.4.5 - TCP Congestion Control: Loss-Based vs. Delay-Based Control

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does loss-based congestion control react to?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens when packets don't arrive.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of delay-based congestion control.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what factors delay-based control looks at.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main principle behind loss-based congestion control?

  • It uses RTT to predict bottlenecks.
  • It reacts to packet loss as a sign of congestion.
  • It ensures all packets are delivered.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what triggers this type of control.

Question 2

True or False: Delay-based control does not monitor round-trip time.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what this type of control aims to prevent.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

How would you improve a loss-based congestion control mechanism for a wireless network with frequent, non-congestion-related drops?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how proactive measures could buffer against random packet loss.

Question 2

Critically analyze the potential for hybrid congestion control systems that combine loss-based and delay-based mechanisms.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Evaluate the circumstances under which each type of control might offer superior performance.

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