Networking Fundamentals: Repeaters

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What is the primary function of a repeater in a network?

To amplify and regenerate the incoming signal (correct)

To convert analog signals to digital

To filter out unwanted signals

To encrypt data for security

At which layer of the OSI model do repeaters operate?

Application layer

Network layer

Transport layer

Physical layer (correct)

What is a benefit of using a repeater in a network?

Increased data encryption

Reduced network complexity

Extended network distance and reduced errors (correct)

Improved data transmission security

What happens to the signal as it travels away from the source system?

It gets weaker Signup and view all the answers

What type of networks benefit from the use of repeaters?

Both LANs and WANs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of an analog repeater?

To amplify and regenerate analog signals Signup and view all the answers

What type of repeater is used in wireless Local Area Networks (LANs) and Cellular networks?

Wireless repeater Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between local repeaters and remote repeaters?

Distance between devices in the network Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a microwave repeater?

To extend the distance between two devices Signup and view all the answers

What type of repeater is used in fiber optic communication systems?

Optical repeater Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary function of a repeater in a network?

At which layer of the OSI model do repeaters operate?

What is a benefit of using a repeater in a network?

What happens to the signal as it travels away from the source system?

What type of networks benefit from the use of repeaters?

What is the main purpose of an analog repeater?

What type of repeater is used in wireless Local Area Networks (LANs) and Cellular networks?

What is the primary difference between local repeaters and remote repeaters?

What is the purpose of a microwave repeater?

What type of repeater is used in fiber optic communication systems?

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