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• Packet-switched services—Packet switching does not use dedicated
end-to-end physical connections. Data is transmitted in packets across a
public data network owned by a carrier. Packet-switched services offer
the affordability that comes with using public network facilities. Unlike
dialup access, however, packet services provide broadband speeds,
service quality, and always-on access that is similar to that of a private,
dedicated network service. Examples of packet-switched services most
used by small-medium businesses include the various flavors of digital
subscriber line (DSL), cable modems, and Frame ...