How is network throughput allocated to a Virtual Machine (VM) Instance?

Network throughput in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is allocated based on the number of OCPUs assigned to a Virtual Machine (VM) instance. This means that as you increase the number of OCPUs, the network bandwidth available to that instance also increases proportionally. This design allows for greater customization and optimization of resource allocation according to the specific needs of the applications running on the instance.

By aligning network throughput with the number of OCPUs, OCI ensures that instances can efficiently handle varying workload requirements while maintaining performance. This model supports scalability in applications where higher processing power and network capability are needed simultaneously, making it a suitable choice for workloads that demand high data transfer rates.

The other options describe aspects of OCI's networking capabilities but do not accurately capture how network throughput is specifically allocated to VM instances.