What happens if two machines, both listening to the cable, simultaneously decide that it is free and try to send a frame?

What will be an ideal response?

A collision occurs, and both of the transmissions are lost.
 

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When you merge your form letters into a single document, a(n) ________ is inserted at the end of each letter

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is NOT a function of a hub?

A. cleans up the signal B. transmits the signal to the correct port C. receives the signal from a connected computer on one of its ports D. regenerates the signal

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