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Network Devices (Router (Routers enable data to be sent (routed) between…
Network Devices
Router
Routers enable data to be sent (routed) between different types of networks. Routers are most commonly used to connect computers and devices to the internet (WAN).
Hub
Hubs allow computers and devices to plug into their ports in order to connect to each other and share files, data and resources. Hubs are 'non-intelligent' devices and they don't manage any of the data that flows through them.
Switch
Switches are similar to hubs in that they connect computers/devices to form a LAN. However, switches are 'intelligent' devices and transmit data around the network more efficiently.
Bridge
Bridges are used to connect (bridge) LAN's together. Bridges can connect different types of networks so that they act as one single LAN and thus can communicate with each other
Network Cables
Network cables are plugged into a computers wired network interface card and connects it to the network.
Modems
Modem stands for 'Modulator Demodulator'.
Modems were used to connect computers to the internet before we had the use of broadband connections.
Network interface card
Network Interface Cards are used to connect individual computers/devices to a network.
Network interface cards have ports which allow network cables to be plugged in and connect the computer to the network.
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