Describe the role of switches and hubs in a network, and explain why switches are preferred over hubs in modern networking.
Tuesday, 02 April 2024
by EITCA Academy
Switches and hubs are fundamental components in computer networking that facilitate the transfer of data packets between devices within a network. Both devices operate at the data link layer of the OSI model and play crucial roles in directing traffic within a network. However, there are significant differences between switches and hubs in terms of
- Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/CNF Computer Networking Fundamentals, Introduction, Introduction to networking, Examination review
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Bandwidth Allocation, Cybersecurity, Data Link Layer, MAC Addresses, Network Security, Networking Devices