350-501 Architecture Practice Question
Which MPLS-based service provides point-to-point Ethernet connectivity over a service provider network, emulating a wire?
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Why each option matters
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VPWS
VPWS (Virtual Private Wire Service) is a pseudowire that provides point-to-point L2VPN connectivity, emulating a physical wire.
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L3VPN
Why it's wrong here
L3VPN is IP-based, not Ethernet.
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VPWS
Why this is correct
Correct. VPWS provides point-to-point pseudowire.
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VPLS
Why it's wrong here
VPLS provides multipoint-to-multipoint connectivity.
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EVPN
Why it's wrong here
EVPN can provide point-to-point but is more flexible; VPWS is the classic term.
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