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Chapter 8, Problem 4Q
Program Plan Intro

Switched backbone:

  • A switched backbone is the type of backbone network (BN) used in the distribution layer that consists of a number of connectivity devices connected to a series of central connectivity devices such as switches or routers, and hubs.
  • Switched backbone networks use star topology to connect a series of local area networks (LANs).
    • Here, the LAN switches are close to the computers in their LANs and beyond from the backbone switch.

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