Practice Flat Network (Logical) - 3.3.2.1 | Week 2: Network Virtualization and Geo-distributed Clouds | Distributed and Cloud Systems Micro Specialization
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3.3.2.1 - Flat Network (Logical)

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a flat network?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how communication might be affected by traditional hierarchies.

Question 2

Easy

What does VL2 stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what aspects of the network architecture it emphasizes.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is the primary advantage of flat networks?

  • Increased latency
  • Reduced communication redundancy
  • Direct server communication

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how this structure affects server interactions.

Question 2

True or False: VLB improves congestion by initially routing packets to a fixed server.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how random initial routing differs from fixed placements.

Solve 1 more question and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Critically analyze the role of fat-tree topology in solving traditional data center bottlenecks. Discuss potential drawbacks.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider both operational efficiency and possible complications.

Question 2

Design an alternate addressing scheme for a theoretical data center. Assess how it would improve upon traditional methods.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Explore the importance of seamless migration and potential overlaps.

Challenge and get performance evaluation