1) Compare and contrast the similarities and dissimilarities between an ARP table and MAC table. Elaborate 2 similarities and 2 differences for each. 2) What are the main characteristics of an IP address and a MAC address and why are they both required in a network? Explain at least 2 points for each.

1) Compare and contrast the similarities and dissimilarities between an ARP table and MAC table. Elaborate 2 similarities and 2 differences for each. 2) What are the main characteristics of an IP address and a MAC address and why are they both required in a network? Explain at least 2 points for each.

Operations Research : Applications and Algorithms

4th Edition

ISBN:9780534380588

Author:Wayne L. Winston

Publisher:Wayne L. Winston

Chapter20: Queuing Theory

Section20.10: Exponential Queues In Series And Open Queuing Networks

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