11.7.3 Networking Hardware Flashcards
1
Q
Wireless access
point (WAP)
A
The wireless access point provides access to a wireless network.
2
Q
Patch Panel:
A
A panel with multiple ports for organizing and managing network cables.
3
Q
Router:
A
A device that forwards data packets between networks, directing traffic.
4
Q
Hub
A
A basic networking device that connects multiple Ethernet devices, broadcasting data to all ports.
5
Q
Switch:
A
A device that connects devices on a network and forwards data only to the specific device that needs it.
6
Q
VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network):
A
A logical group of devices on a network, segmented for improved performance and security.
7
Q
Firewall:
A
A security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
