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Computer Network, A router is used to link computer networks to the…
Computer Network
COMPONENTS OF A NETWORK
HUB AND SWITCH
A switch functions like a hub but it is smarter. When it receives a message, it checks who it is meant for and sends it to only the specific computer that should receive it. Therefore, networks that use switches are more secure.
GATEWAY
A gateway is a node on a network that acts as a doorway to or from another network. It is used to connect multiple networks of different types.
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BANDWITH
A term used for data that can be transmitted in a given time on a wired or wireless connection. Bandwidth is measured in bits per second (bps).
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MODEM
A Modem is short form of modulator and demodulator. it is an electronic device used to allow a computer to send and receive data using telephone cable lines.
A router is used to link computer networks to the internet so that users on these computers can share the internet connection
It provides the hardware interface between a computer and a network so that computers can communicate over the network.
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