Week 5 – Assignment: Analyze Multiplexer Functions

Write a paper that describes the functions of multiplexers in a data communication network. In your paper be sure to:

• Differentiate between the various forms of multiplexers.
• Discuss the OSI levels involved.
• Discuss where a multiplexer would appear in a network and the specific rationale for using a particular form of multiplexer.

Support your paper with a minimum of five (5) scholarly or technical resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including older articles, may be included.

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. 

Length: 6 pages not including title and reference pages