What is Packet switching primarily used for?
- A. A four-layer networking framework that describes how data is transmitted over the internet.
- B. A network that spans a large geographic area, connecting multiple smaller networks together.
- C. A method of data transmission in which messages are broken into small packets that are routed independently to their destination. ✓
- D. A network that connects computers within a limited area, such as a home, office, or building.
Correct answer
C. A method of data transmission in which messages are broken into small packets that are routed independently to their destination.
Explanation
Packet switching refers to a method of data transmission in which messages are broken into small packets that are routed independently to their destination.