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HUBS |
Typically chosen as an intermediary device within a very small LAN where bandwidth usage is not an issue or cost limitations exist. |
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SWITCHES |
Preferred as a local-area network (LAN) intermediary device because they can segment collision domains and provide enhanced security. |
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When choosing a switch the main factors to consider are: |
COST: determined by the number and type of ports, network management capabilities, embedded security technologies and optional advanced switching technologies. |
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When choosing a switch the main factors to consider are:
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INTERFACE CHARACTERISTICS: sufficient number of ports for now as well as future expansions uplink speeds; mixture of UTP and fiber modularity. |
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When choosing a switch the main factors to consider are:
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HIERARCHICAL NETWORK LAYER: Switches at the access layer have different requirements than switches at the distribution or core layers. |
