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What is the main function of a bridge in a network?
What is the main function of a bridge in a network?
- Act as a multiport repeater
- Increase the size of broadcast domains
- Create multiple collision domains
- Connect two or more segments to separate LANs (correct)
How does a switch differ from a bridge?
How does a switch differ from a bridge?
- Switches have fewer ports compared to bridges
- Switches are only used in small LANs
- Switches are generally slower than bridges
- Switches use ASICs for processing, while bridges use software running on a normal processor (correct)
In terms of collision domains, how does a switch compare to a bridge?
In terms of collision domains, how does a switch compare to a bridge?
- Switches have the same number of collision domains as bridges
- Switches have fewer collision domains than bridges (correct)
- Switches eliminate collision domains altogether
- Switches create more collision domains than bridges
What technology does a switch utilize for its processing capabilities?
What technology does a switch utilize for its processing capabilities?
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What type of connections do LAN ports on routers typically have?
What type of connections do LAN ports on routers typically have?
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Which device is commonly referred to as a multiport bridge?
Which device is commonly referred to as a multiport bridge?
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What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?
What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?
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