Collision-avoidance methods include prior scheduling of timeslots, carrier-detection schemes, randomized access times, and exponential backoff after collision detection.
In addition to the collision-avoidance methods mentioned, another important technique commonly used in computer networking and telecommunication to avoid resource contention is the implementation of protocols such as Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) and Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance (CSMA/CA).
If the network is busy, the device waits for a random amount of time before attempting to transmit again.
If the channel is busy, the device waits for a random amount of time before attempting to transmit.
These protocols and methods are essential in ensuring efficient and reliable communication in networked environments by minimizing the impact of collisions and resource contention, ultimately improving the overall performance and scalability of the network.