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Homework #4 - CSIS 625 - Spring 2002 - Oelke
Due Week 12 (April 23, 2002) by classtime

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Define the following:
1) Class 5 switch: 
2) IXC:
3) PAD:
4) FRAD:
5) ATM:
6) AAL:
7) VPI:
8) ABR:
9) POTS:
10) SDH:
11) STS-3c:
12) 3pts Extra Credit: TLA & EFLA:
 
 
Short Answer:
13) Compare the strengths and weaknesses of X.25 vs. Frame Relay
14) Describe the differences between a PBX System and 
    a Centrex service.  Why would someone choose one over the other?
15) Compare a repeater, an amplifier, and a bridge.
16) Compare the different methods of determining "cost" in least 
    cost routing. Explain advantages and disadvantages of each.
17) Compare Distance Vector and Link State Routing mechanisms.  
    What are strengths and weaknesses of each.

18) Question 18 deleted as we didn't cover the material yet.