Alcatel-Lucent NRS II – IP/MPLS Services — Question 38

What type of unwanted packet drops can the proper configuration of a queue’s burst-limit parameter prevent?

Answer options

• A. Packet drops in the local queue resulting from traffic congestion.
• B. Packet drops on the downstream nodes resulting from traffic congestion.
• C. Packet drops in the local queue resulting from traffic bursts.
• D. Packet drops on the downstream nodes resulting from traffic bursts.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because the burst-limit parameter is specifically designed to manage traffic bursts in the local queue, preventing packet drops during sudden spikes in traffic. Options A and B refer to congestion-related drops, which are not directly addressed by the burst-limit parameter. Option D also pertains to downstream nodes, which are outside the scope of the local queue's burst-limit configuration.