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What is a VLAN?
A VLAN is a logical grouping of devices in the same broadcast domain, allowing hosts to be grouped together even if they are not connected to the same switch.
Which of the following are benefits of using VLANs? (Select all that apply)
A VLAN is considered the same as a physical LAN.
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What is a Static VLAN?
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What is a Dynamic VLAN?
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A trunk port is used to connect ____ switches.
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What is the purpose of access ports in a VLAN?
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What is the main function of trunk ports?
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What is a VLAN?
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What does a VLAN act like?
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VLANs increase security risks by increasing the number of hosts that receive frames.
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What is a static VLAN?
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What is a trunk port?
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What is one reason VLANs are used?
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What is the purpose of trunks in VLAN operation?
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A broadcast from a host in one VLAN can be received by hosts in other VLANs.
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What are access ports?
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Study Notes
What is a VLAN?
- A VLAN is a logical grouping of networking devices that are part of the same broadcast domain, even though they might be physically connected to different switches.
- It allows network administrators to segment a network logically, improving security and flexibility.
Benefits of VLANs
- Increase the number of broadcast domains, while decreasing their size.
- Reduce security risks by limiting the number of devices that receive broadcast frames.
- Create more flexible network designs by grouping users based on department instead of physical location.
- Easy network changes by configuring port membership to the appropriate VLAN.
Segmentation, Flexibility, Security
- A VLAN creates a logical network or subnet that functions as a broadcast domain.
Topology & Broadcast Domain
- In a network without VLANs, a broadcast sent from one host reaches all devices on the network.
- Each device receives and processes broadcast frames, increasing CPU overhead and lowering security.
- With VLANs, a broadcast from a host reaches only devices in the same VLAN because it is a separate broadcast domain.
How VLANs Simplify Network Management
- VLANs divide broadcast domains on Layer-2.
- A group of users requiring high security can be placed in a VLAN to prevent communication with users outside of the VLAN.
- VLANs provide logical grouping of users by function, independent of their physical locations.
VLAN Memberships
- Static VLAN: ports are assigned directly to a VLAN.
- Dynamic VLAN: devices are assigned to a VLAN based on their MAC address.
VLAN Operation
- VLANs can extend across multiple switches.
- Trunks carry traffic for multiple VLANs.
- Trunks use special encapsulation to distinguish between different VLANs.
Access and Trunk Ports
- Access Port: connects End Devices (workstations, printers, access points) to a switch.
- Trunk Port: connects switches to each other and carries traffic for multiple VLANs, enabling VLAN extension across the network.
- Frames are tagged based on VLAN ID.
VLANs (Virtual LANs)
- VLANs are logical groupings of devices within the same broadcast domain.
- VLANs are configured on switches, placing interfaces into seperate broadcast domains.
- VLANs can extend across multiple switches, each acting as its own subnet.
- Frames broadcasted within a network are only switched between ports in the same VLAN.
Introduction to VLANs
- VLANs group hosts in the same broadcast domain regardless of physical connection to a switch.
- VLANs:
- Increase the amount of broadcast domains while decreasing their size.
- Reduce security risks by limiting the number of devices receiving broadcast frames.
- Allows for more flexible network designs by grouping users by department rather than location.
- Simplify network changes by configuring a port into the appropriate VLAN.
VLAN Overview
- VLANs provide network segmentation.
- VLANs offer flexibility in network design.
- VLANs enhance network security.
- One VLAN equates to one broadcast domain, which equals one logical network or subnet.
VLAN Functionality
- In a network without VLANs, a broadcast from one host is received by all devices.
- VLANs allow for broadcasts from a host to only reach devices within that specific VLAN.
How VLANs Simplify Network Management
- VLANs allow for breaking down broadcast domains without the need of routers.
- Security can be enhanced by placing groups of users in a specific VLAN to prevent communication from outside users.
- VLANs allow for logical grouping of users by function, regardless of their physical location.
VLAN Memberships
- Static VLANs assign VLAN membership based on port.
- Dynamic VLANs assign VLAN membership based on hardware addresses.
VLAN Membership Modes
- VLAN membership can be managed by port-based, MAC-based, or protocol-based methods.
VLAN Operation
- VLANs can span across multiple switches.
- Trunks carry traffic for multiple VLANs.
- Trunks use special encapsulation to differentiate between VLANs.
Access and Trunk Ports
- Access ports are assigned to a single VLAN and are connected to end devices such as workstations.
- Trunk ports connect switches together and carry traffic for multiple VLANs, allowing for VLAN extension across the network.
- Frames are tagged with a VLAN ID to differentiate between different VLANs.
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This quiz explores Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) and their importance in network segmentation. Learn about the benefits VLANs provide in terms of flexibility, security, and reducing broadcast domains. Test your knowledge on how VLANs can improve network management.
