Hardware Devices in Computer Networking

<p>They reduce collision domains. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can lead to broadcast storms. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bridges offer significant speed improvements over hubs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transmitting data between two different network protocols. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Buffering data for different MAC protocols. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Half-Duplex (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Layer 1 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Full-duplex communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By the MAC address (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Single point of failure in centralized setups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hubs have no data filtering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They learn the network configuration and send data only where needed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In a cost-sensitive, low-traffic environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To connect multiple devices and broadcast data to all ports (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A router determines the best path for data, while a hub simply broadcasts data to all ports. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Star topology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A switch forwards data only to the intended recipient, unlike a hub. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It checks its routing table and forwards the file to the IT computer. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can lead to network congestion due to broadcasting data to all ports. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Routers can create separate networks and manage data flow between them. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A device connecting multiple LANs to a larger LAN.

Connecting different LAN topologies or segments; improving bandwidth by creating separate collision domains.

OSI model's data link layer; a two-switch level part in network architecture.

A network device connecting dissimilar networks and converting protocols for seamless communication.

The act of bridging different sections of network.

Network security managed by a gateway, which filters and analyzes data packets.

A gateway's role in translating different network languages or protocols.

Careful planning is needed when adding switches to prevent network loops or exceeding device/port limits.

Connects multiple devices on a network, allowing them to communicate.

Data can flow in only one direction at a time.

Connects devices on a local area network (LAN) to enable communication.

Operates at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) of the OSI model.

Maintains a table of MAC addresses of connected devices, mapping them to ports.

Forwards data packets only to the intended recipient's port.

Increases network efficiency, reduces collisions, and offers scalability.

Can be expensive, limited distance for connections, and single point of failure.

A networking device that connects multiple networks and directs data packets between them. It determines the best path for forwarding data to its destination, enabling communication between devices on different networks.

Routers examine data packets and use their routing tables to decide the best path to send them. They connect different networks, like an office's HR and IT departments, and can also connect to the internet.

A simple networking device that connects multiple devices in the network. It broadcasts data to all connected devices.

It acts as a central connection point for devices on a network, but unlike a switch, it doesn't filter data. This means any data sent through the hub is received by all connected devices.

Unlike a switch, which filters and sends data only to its intended receiver, a hub does not filter data and broadcasts it to all connected devices.

A hub operates at the Physical Layer of the OSI model, offering a simple way to connect multiple devices.

Hubs are inexpensive and simple to use, making them suitable for basic networking tasks and small-scale networks.

A network topology where devices are connected to a central hub. It's simple to set up and manage, but the central hub can be a single point of failure.