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Computer-Networks
October 24, 2023
NIC-NIELIT Scientist-B 2020
October 24, 2023
Computer-Networks
October 24, 2023
NIC-NIELIT Scientist-B 2020
October 24, 2023

Data-Link-Layer

Question 1

Consider a simplified time slotted MAC protocol, where each host always has data to send and transmits with probability p = 0.2 in every slot. There is no backoff and one frame can be transmitted in one slot. If more than one host transmits in the same slot, then the transmissions are unsuccessful due to collision. What is the maximum number of hosts which this protocol can support, if each host has to be provided a minimum through put of 0.16 frames per time slot?

A
1
B
2
C
3
D
4
Question 1 Explanation: 
Let there be N such hosts. Then when one host is transmitting then others must be silent for successful transmission. So throughput per host,
0.16 = 0.2 × 0.8N-1
⇒ 0.8 = 0.8N-1

⇒ N = 2
Correct Answer: B
Question 1 Explanation: 
Let there be N such hosts. Then when one host is transmitting then others must be silent for successful transmission. So throughput per host,
0.16 = 0.2 × 0.8N-1
⇒ 0.8 = 0.8N-1

⇒ N = 2
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