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Trunking

Trunking

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What is Trunking?

Trunking, in the context of telecommunications and networking, refers to a method of efficiently sharing a limited number of communication lines (or channels) among a larger number of users. It works by allocating channels dynamically to users on demand, rather than assigning dedicated channels to each user. This improves resource utilization and reduces costs. Trunking is commonly used in radio communication systems (e.g., police, fire departments, and taxi services) and telephone networks.

What other technologies are related to Trunking?

Trunking Complementary Technologies

Port-channels, especially L2/L3, enhance trunking by aggregating multiple physical links into one logical link, increasing bandwidth and redundancy.
mentioned alongside Trunking in 100% (86) of relevant job posts
STP works with trunking to prevent loops in a network with redundant paths, ensuring stable network operation.
mentioned alongside Trunking in 9% (656) of relevant job posts
Port channeling is synonymous with trunking, referring to the aggregation of multiple physical ports into a single logical channel for increased bandwidth and redundancy.
mentioned alongside Trunking in 40% (101) of relevant job posts

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