Practice Medium Access Control (mac) Protocols (2) - The Data Link Layer
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Medium Access Control (MAC) Protocols

Practice - Medium Access Control (MAC) Protocols

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of MAC protocols?

💡 Hint: Think about the challenges of multiple devices sending data.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of channel partitioning protocols.

💡 Hint: Remember how TDM or FDM works.

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Question 1

What is the main function of MAC protocols?

To provide error detection
To manage access to shared media
To encrypt data
To route packets

💡 Hint: Think about the role of these protocols in managing multiple transmissions.

Question 2

True or False: TDM can lead to idle time if a station has no data to send.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how time slots are allocated in TDM.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are designing a network for a hospital where delayed data transmission could have severe consequences. Which MAC protocol would you choose and why?

💡 Hint: Consider the priority of timely transmissions.

Challenge 2 Hard

A local coffee shop is implementing Wi-Fi for many customers at once. They expect bursts of usage during peak hours. Recommend a suitable MAC protocol and justify your choice.

💡 Hint: Focus on traffic patterns.

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