Network Infrastructure Devices

Question 1

Hub

Answer 1

Also known as a multiport repeater, it is a Layer 1 device that connects multiple network devices and workstations

Question 2

Bridge

Answer 2

Analyzes source MAC addresses and makes intelligent forwarding decisions based on the destination MAC in the frames

Question 3

Collision Domains

Answer 3

Multiple network segments connected together by hubs

Question 4

Switch

Answer 4

Also known as a multiport bridge, it is a Layer 2 device that connects multiple network segments together

Question 5

Router

Answer 5

A Layer 2 device that connects multiple networks and makes forwarding decision based on logical network information (connects LAN to internet)

Question 6

Layer 3 Switch

Answer 6

Router + Switch: Makes Layer 3 routing decisions and then interconnects entire networks not just network segments