The network layer provides services to the transport layer. It can be based on either___20___. In both cases, its main job is ___21___ packets from the source to the destination.
In network layer, subnets can easily become congested, ncreasing the delay and ___22___ for packets. Network designers attempt to avoid congestion by proper design. Techniques include___23___ policy, caching, flow control, and more.
The next step beyond just dealing with congestion is to actually try to achieve a promised quality of service. The methods that can be used for this include buffering at the client, traffic shaping, resource___24___, and admission control. Approaches that have been designed for good quality of service include integrated services (including RSVP), differentiated services, and MPLS.
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A.distribution
B.guarantee
C.scheme
D.reservation