Network Architecture Flashcards
A collapsed core network is also called what?
Two tier network
In the 2 tier network what is the main characteristic?
Using a distribution switch to feed Access switches
If one is none, then two is ____?
One
What are the three layers in a three tier architecture?
From the top
Core
Distribution
Access
Where does the core usually reside in a three tier architecture?
In either the largest building, or most centrally located building in the campus.
Where is a spine leaf architecture best used?
Data centers
The two tier, and three tier design are best used in what type of traffic flow.
North/south flow. Where the access device goes up the chain to something else i/e servers, or the internet. Not much communication between the access devices
The spine leaf architecture is optimized for what kind of traffic?
East/west traffic. Designed specifically in Data centers where ultra fast E/W traffic is critical
A campus network is used to describe any network that spans multiple buildings in the same location. True or false?
True
_____ are private connections between businesses, where one connection connects to one other site
Leased lines.
Ex- T1, E1, T3, E3
What are two types of WAPs you might find in a small office environment?
Autonomous (standalone)
And,or
Lightweight (controller-based)
What is it called when you store your servers and network resources in a private data center that you do not own?
Co-location
