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The difference between a router and a switch has to do with the layers of the OSI model that they reside in. A switch is a layer 2 device, which means it relies on the MAC (physical) address for switching packets. A router is a layer 3 device, using the network (logical) address.
A router also can forward packets to another network; a switch does not do that. In addition, a switch forwards all broadcast packets whereas a router does not forward broadcast packets.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agorouter is wan device but another side switch is LAN device . Routers are used for filtering the traffic. Switch works on data link layer and router works on network layer . Switch use to connect two or more computer and router use to connect two or more networks.
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∙ 12y agoWhile they look similar, a network router and network switch each perform a distinct function. Switches can create a network, while routers connect to networks. Routers are used to connect computer systems to the internet, allowing users the possibility to share a connection. Networks use switches to connect computers, servers, and printers to one another. Switches are a type of controller, allowing networked devices to talk to one another effectively. Both are commonly used in homes and businesses.
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Is a device that controls traffic between network components?
A switch/router
What is usually connected between a router and a switch?
there can be many devices connected between a router and a switch the most popular items are firewall , ips , ids there are other devices such as network management tools
Is switch network device?
Yes, switch as well as hub and router are network devices.
What network device can be used to segment a network to increase performance?
a) A router b) A switch c) All of the above
What is different between router and switch?
What is diffrent between router and switch?
Which of the following devices separates collision domains?
Network+ Guide to Networks answer: Bridge, Switch, Router
Can i connect a switch that function as a router to another router for local area network?
A switch cannot function as a router. But you can plug a switch in to one of the ports on the router if you need additional ports.
Can I connect my network switch to my wireless router to expand my wired network?
Provided the manufacturers are compatible you can connect your network swithc to your router.
What difference between switch and host?
A switch is a network connectivity device and a host is a computer system (client) on a network.
What kind of network information can you glean from issuing commands on a router or switch?
Any information that is within the line of path of the router or switch is the network information that you can glean from issuing commands on a router or switch.
Is the Internet an example of a LAN?
no, A LAN is a network between a small amount of computers through a router , hub or switch
Why we use straight cable to connect between the router and switch?
we use straight cable to connect between the router and switch as router and switch are different devices.
