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What is the primary function of a repeater in a network?
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?
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?
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?
What happens to the signal as it travels away from the source system?
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What type of networks benefit from the use of repeaters?
What type of networks benefit from the use of repeaters?
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What is the main purpose of an analog repeater?
What is the main purpose of an analog repeater?
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What type of repeater is used in wireless Local Area Networks (LANs) and Cellular networks?
What type of repeater is used in wireless Local Area Networks (LANs) and Cellular networks?
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What is the primary difference between local repeaters and remote repeaters?
What is the primary difference between local repeaters and remote repeaters?
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What is the purpose of a microwave repeater?
What is the purpose of a microwave repeater?
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What type of repeater is used in fiber optic communication systems?
What type of repeater is used in fiber optic communication systems?
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