Consider the exhibit that shows a network with a full mesh fiber structure. Link weights indicate the cost. Future services can be requested between any node pair.
Which of the following topology represents a minimum cost design (minimum overall fiber cost) where link failure survivability is ensured?
A)

B)

C)

D)

Suggested Answer: B
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13 comments · newest first
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Mitsue
11 months ago
Are we sure any of these options guarantee survivability? Seems sketchy.
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Catina
12 months ago
Just a heads up, all options have different link weights, so costs vary.
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Brett
12 months ago
Surprised that no one mentioned Option D, it seems solid!
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Becky
1 year ago
I disagree, I think Option B has better survivability.
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Shaun
1 year ago
Option C looks like the best choice for minimizing costs.
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Michal
1 year ago
I recall that for minimum cost designs, we should avoid unnecessary links. Option A seems too dense, but I’m not confident about my choice.
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Misty
1 year ago
I’m a bit confused about the link weights. Did we cover how to calculate the minimum cost while ensuring survivability? I think I might lean towards Option D, but I need to double-check.
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Mila
1 year ago
I feel like I’ve seen a similar question before. If survivability is key, we might need to look for redundancy in the links. Maybe Option C?
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Thora
1 year ago
I remember we discussed how a full mesh topology can be expensive, but we need to ensure survivability. I think it might be Option B, but I'm not completely sure.
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Terrilyn
1 year ago
Okay, I've got this. The key is understanding what "minority interests" means in the context of a subsidiary. That's the ownership stake held by people outside the controlling entity, so B is the correct answer.
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Anastacia
1 year ago
I feel confident I can handle this. Placing the VMs in separate availability zones and using the same virtual network should do the trick.
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Reita
1 year ago
The "No Questions" sign reminds me of a practice question we had about reinforcement strategies. Does that make it a negative reinforcer?
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Ronald
1 year ago
I've got this one! HDHPs are defined by having higher deductibles, so the answer must be that they don't cost more than traditional coverage. I'm confident I can get this right.