Practice How it Works (Label Swapping) - 4.2.1.2 | Week 2: Network Virtualization and Geo-distributed Clouds | Distributed and Cloud Systems Micro Specialization
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4.2.1.2 - How it Works (Label Swapping)

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does MPLS stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the protocols used in networking.

Question 2

Easy

What is the role of a Label Edge Router?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember, it's about the packets entering the MPLS network.

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 function of MPLS?

  • Routing packets using IP addresses
  • Routing packets based on labels
  • Encrypting data packets

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the key mechanism of MPLS.

Question 2

True or False: Label swapping in MPLS enhances packet forwarding efficiency.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the context of packet movement.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a small MPLS network with three routers and describe how you would implement label swapping. Discuss potential scenarios for traffic engineering.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how each router interacts with its neighbors.

Question 2

Explain how label swapping can lead to improved resource efficiency in a cloud data center environment.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the impact of resource allocation and speed.

Challenge and get performance evaluation