IT1020 - Communicating Over the Network: Lecture Outline

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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

<p>Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of connections do LAN ports on routers typically have?

<p>RJ45 connections (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which device is commonly referred to as a multiport bridge?

<p>Switch (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?

<p>Interconnect two or more LANs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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