Which statement is correct regarding a point-to-point connection in data…
2024
Which statement is correct regarding a point-to-point connection in data communication?
I. It provides a dedicated link between two devices.
II. It is a time-shared connection.
- A.
Only II
- B.
Both I and II
- C.
Neither I nor II
- D.
Only I
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Correct answer: D
Correct answer: Only I
Statement I: Correct. A point-to-point connection creates a dedicated link between exactly two devices.
Statement II: Incorrect. A time-shared connection means the same communication resource is shared by multiple users/devices over time. Point-to-point communication is not described as time-shared; it is a dedicated two-device link.
Conclusion: Only statement I is correct.