In case of _____________ switching, before a communication starts, adedicated path is identified between the sender and the receiver

In the case of circuit switching, before a communication starts, a dedicated path is identified between the sender and the receiver.

Step 1: The sender initiates a call to the receiver.

Step 2: The switching system within the network establishes a dedicated path or circuit between the sender and the receiver. This path remains open for the duration of the call.

Step 3: The sender and receiver can now communicate over this dedicated path.

Step 4: Once the communication is finished, the dedicated path is closed or 'torn down', freeing up the network resources for other calls.

This method of switching is commonly used in traditional telephone networks.