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wenmo

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on: Jul 7, 2018
Does it make a difference if the speed is measured in bits or bytes? Why?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Advantages of virtual private networks include each of the following except
 
  A) they are less expensive than private leased lines because they use the public Internet to carry information.
  B) they ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the data transmitted over the Internet without requiring encryption.
  C) they can reduce communication costs dramatically because VPN equipment is cheaper than other remote solutions.
  D) remote users can use broadband connections rather than make long distance calls to access an organization's private network.


Cheesycrackers

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Reply #1 on: Jul 7, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Yes, a byte is equal to eight bits. Speed ratings of 10MB/sec and 10Mb/sec are not the same. Files are typically measured using bytes. Bandwidth, on the other hand, is measured using bits/second.

Answer to Question 2

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