Question 31 · 1003 in bank
What is the architectural difference between the MAC address table and TCAM?
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Answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is D: TCAM entries are composed of value, mask, and result, and MAC address table entries are composed of value and results. Here's why: TCAM (Ternary Content Addressable Memory): - Uses a three-component structure: 1. Value: The data to match 2. Mask: Determines which bits to compare 3. Result: The action to take when matched - Allows for wildcard matching - Optimized for fast lookups in networking devices MAC Address Table: - Uses a simpler two-component structure: 1. Value: MAC address 2. Result: Port number/interface - Direct one-to-one mapping - No masking capability needed Why other options are incorrect: A) The timing values are incorrect, and timing isn't an architectural difference B) This describes population methods, not architectural differences C) This incorrectly describes the components of both structures
Source: Adapted from community discussion — pacman64




