Question

Which of the following network metrics are used to evaluate the performance of a network ?
1. Throughput and Delay
2. Reliability and Security
3. Topology and Type of connection
4. Portability and Security

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Throughput and Delay

Explanation:

Performance of a network pertains to the measure of service quality of a network as perceived by the user. There are different ways to measure the performance of a network, depending upon the nature and design of the network.

The characteristics that measure the performance of a network are : 

• Bandwidth: Amount of bandwidth allocated to network. (“Bandwidth” means “Capacity” and “Speed” means “Transfer rate”)
• Throughput: Data sent successfully per unit time.
• Latency (Delay): Time taken by data to reach from sender to receiver.
• Jitter: Disturbance in the network.