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What is the primary function of a router in a network configuration?
What is the primary function of a router in a network configuration?
Which layer of the OSI model does a switch primarily operate at?
Which layer of the OSI model does a switch primarily operate at?
What is a key advantage of using a VPN?
What is a key advantage of using a VPN?
What component does a Network Interface Card (NIC) primarily operate at?
What component does a Network Interface Card (NIC) primarily operate at?
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How does fault tolerance improve a network's reliability?
How does fault tolerance improve a network's reliability?
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Which protocol is an example of a high availability solution for routers?
Which protocol is an example of a high availability solution for routers?
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Which of the following statements about switches is accurate?
Which of the following statements about switches is accurate?
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What does load balancing achieve in a network?
What does load balancing achieve in a network?
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What type of addresses do routers consult to determine packet forwarding paths?
What type of addresses do routers consult to determine packet forwarding paths?
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Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a VPN?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a VPN?
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Study Notes
Routers and Switches
- Routers connect multiple networks, directing data packets between them.
- They operate at Layer 3 (Network Layer) of the OSI model.
- Forwarding decisions are based on IP addresses, using routing tables and protocols like OSPF, BGP, or RIP.
- HSRP (Hot Standby Router Protocol) is a high-availability protocol for router redundancy.
- Switches connect devices within a single network (e.g., LAN).
- They primarily operate at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) but can also operate at Layer 3.
- Forwarding decisions are based on MAC addresses in devices' network interface cards (NICs).
Network Interface Cards (NICs)
- NICs are hardware components that provide a physical and logical connection to a network.
- They convert data from a device to signals (electrical, optical, or radio) for transmission.
- They also convert received signals back into data for the device.
- NICs operate at the Physical Layer (Layer 1) and the Data Link Layer (Layer 2).
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- VPNs create a secure, encrypted tunnel between devices and a network over the internet.
- They protect data from eavesdropping by encrypting it.
- They hide user IP addresses and location, improving privacy.
Fault Tolerance in Networks
- Fault tolerance is a network's ability to continue functioning even if components fail.
- Redundancy (using multiple devices and paths) is a key implementation.
- Load balancing distributes traffic across multiple servers or connections for better availability.
- Failover mechanisms automatically switch to backup devices/paths.
- RAID protects data by replicating storage across multiple drives.
- High-availability protocols (like HSRP and VRRP) are used for redundancy.
Packet-Switched Networks
- Packet-switched networks divide data into small packets.
- Each packet contains source and destination IP addresses.
- Packets are individually routed based on network conditions.
- Packets are reassembled at the destination in the correct order,
- They are highly scalable and efficient in using bandwidth with good fault tolerance.
- Examples include the internet, with protocols like IP and TCP.
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Explore the fundamentals of routers and switches in networking. This quiz covers the roles of these devices in directing data and connecting networks, as well as the functions of network interface cards (NICs). Test your knowledge on protocols, layers of the OSI model, and data handling techniques.
