QUESTION 23 OF 30

What is a point-to-point link, and when would you use this?

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"A point-to-point link is a direct network connection between two nodes on the network. It is usually established using a single cable in a NIC card in each node or computer. I would use a point-to-point link for a small home network or establish a secure connection between two nodes within the larger network."

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Anonymous Answer

A point-to-point link is a private or leased line that a business purchases for high availability, reliability, and security. Since it is a private line lots of encryption is usually not required but depending on what the type of business is such as government or finance, encryption requirements are added and implemented either by the service provider and/or the customer.

Stephanie's Feedback

Great start, but I suggest personalizing this a bit to show how you have used a point-to-point link.

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