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If you own a large business that is spread all over (like in more than one city or state), then yes, you will need a router as well as a hub. Hubs only connect local systems to one network, whereas a router connects multiple networks together, thus enlarging that single network.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 16y agoYou can connect them both. It is better to use a "switch" instead of a hub, but the hub will work, too.
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What is the wep key for bt home hub?
it doesn't actually start with a wep key, you need to change this on the bt router configuration page which i am trying to find as well
Do you have to connect your router to your PC via ethernet cable or can you connect via wifi and do you have to connect your router to your hub?
You do not have to connect your router to your PC via ethernet cable, you can instead connect via wi-fi and your router must be connected to your hub.
If you have a hub alreadly and want wireless internet how do you go upon doing this?
You need to buy a wireless router and connect it to the modem.
Discuss about data communications hardware?
This allows data to transfer between computers. The hardware for this is pretty expensive but well worth the cost for the advantages.
Which device is used to communicate between broadcast domains?
A router. The key word is create. you can not create a domain using a switch, repeater, or hub.
What does multicasting have to do with hubs?
Multicasting can be done on a hub but a hub does not need it always. Configuring a router or switch to use multicasting requires that the router or switch be IGMP capable.
How can a PC Win2000 and laptop XP connect to the internet together using a hub?
If the is just a Hub, It will not work. You need a router/hub. A router/hub combination allows you to connect to your ISP and link all computers within your home. The cost is cheap and the installation is simple. I recommend you to purchase a router/hub at your local computer, electronics store. Follow the simple directions and you will be operational in no time.
Is switch network device?
Yes, switch as well as hub and router are network devices.
What is requirement for WiFi lan?
You just need a suitable Router or Hub and WIFI adapters.
What is the wep key for bt home hub?
it doesn't actually start with a wep key, you need to change this on the bt router configuration page which i am trying to find as well
Is there any difference between a Network hub and a router?
Network hub can be shared with your home or office and also serve as a router too
Which device extends a collision domain?
Bridge, Switches, Router.
What will you need for your LAN if you are sharing the internet?
Your LAN will need a router and a definition of the default gateway pointing to that router. The router will need an internet connection as well.
Do you have to connect your router to your PC via ethernet cable or can you connect via wifi and do you have to connect your router to your hub?
You do not have to connect your router to your PC via ethernet cable, you can instead connect via wi-fi and your router must be connected to your hub.
What is the main difference between a router and a 12port hub?
A router allows communication between two different networks. A hub just links devices in a network.
Allows multiple users to connect to the Internet through one connection?
A wired or wireless router.
If you have a hub alreadly and want wireless internet how do you go upon doing this?
You need to buy a wireless router and connect it to the modem.
