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Computer Science 3. Text editor or word processor for Step 4: Analyse and document
process and the outcomes of each
as Cisco Packet Tracer, GNS3, or
simulation.
similar)
documenting findings
findings
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Instructions
the performance and behavior of
Step 1: Research adaptive and non- (a) Write a detailed report comparing
adaptive and non-adaptive routing
adaptive routing algorithms
algorithms based on your research
(a) Use the Internet or library and simulation results.
resources to explore the concepts of (b) Discuss scenarios where one type
adaptive and non-adaptive routing of routing algorithm might be more
algorithms. beneficial than the other.
(b) Focus on understanding how each (c) Provide examples of network
type functions, their advantages, environments where adaptive or
and disadvantages. non-adaptive routing algorithms
(c) Identify real-world examples of are commonly used.
each type of algorithm and their
typical use cases. Deliverables:
(a) Comparative table/chart of the key
features of both types of algorithms
Step 2: Compare adaptive and non-
adaptive routing algorithms (b) Network simulation setup and
results
(a) Create a table or chart that compares
the key features of adaptive and (c) A detailed report analyzing the
non-adaptive routing algorithms. differences, performance, and use
cases of adaptive and non-adaptive
(b) Include factors such as response routing algorithms
to network changes, complexity,
efficiency, and scalability.
Hybrid routing algorithms
Step 3: Simulate routing algorithms Hybrid routing algorithms blend aspects
(a) Use network simulation software to of both adaptive and non-adaptive
set up a simple network topology. routing methods to achieve a balance
(b) Implement and observe the behavior between efficiency and reliability.
of an adaptive routing algorithm
(e.g., OSPF or EIGRP) and a non- Characteristics
adaptive routing algorithm (e.g., (a) Balanced approach: They combine
static routing). the stability of fixed routes with
(c) Document the network setup the flexibility of dynamic routes,
adapting to network changes
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