Types of Hubs in Computer Networking
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What is a characteristic feature of an active hub compared to a passive hub?

  • It reduces total network distance.
  • It is unable to monitor data sent to connected devices.
  • It includes management software for network analysis. (correct)
  • It has no mechanism to resolve network problems.

How does an intelligent hub differ from active and passive hubs?

  • It has no ability to detect network problems.
  • It performs better in a local area network. (correct)
  • It lacks management software for network problem resolution.
  • It cannot be used by anyone due to high cost.

What is a disadvantage of using a hub in networking?

  • It does not include collision detection mechanisms. (correct)
  • It reduces network traffic effectively.
  • It can operate in full-duplex mode.
  • It can choose the best path for network traffic.

Which type of hub can easily detect network problems with the help of management software?

<p>Intelligent Hub (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a hub considered cheap and easy to use?

<p>It can connect many different media types. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature of a hub impacts network performance negatively?

<p>Lacking mechanisms like collision detection. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a crossover Ethernet cable?

<p>To connect a computer to another computer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which wiring scheme is more commonly used in networking devices?

<p>T-568B (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a hub-based network, how is data transmitted when it arrives on Port 1?

<p>Transmitted to all other ports (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of hub can detect faults in hardware and bugs in the network?

<p>Passive Hub (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When would you use a crossover Ethernet cable instead of a regular Ethernet cable?

<p>When connecting two computers directly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of bandwidth sharing in a hub-based network?

<p>Each device has equal access to the network bandwidth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a router in a network?

<p>Filtering out interference (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a gateway differ from a router?

<p>A gateway is an entrance to another network, while a router creates data paths. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which device is used to connect two networks with different transmission protocols?

<p>Gateway (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes a gateway an intelligent device?

<p>Its error control and routing capabilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of a gateway in networking?

<p>Having filtering capabilities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do routers differ from gateways in terms of connectivity?

<p>Routers filter out interference, while gateways connect networks with different protocols. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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