Switches

Question 1

Unmanaged Switch

Answer 1

• Basic switch that operates out of the box without coniguration
• Provides basic network connectivity and simple Layer 2 switching.
• Limited control over network traffic and no advanced features

Question 2

Managed Switch

Answer 2

• Offers more control and features compared to unmanaged switches.
• Can be configured through a web-based interface or command line interface (CLI)
• Supports features like VLANS, Quality of Service (QoS), and port mirroring

Question 3

Layer 2 Switch

Answer 3

• Operates the Data Link Layer (Layer 2) of the OSI model
• Uses MAC addresses for forwarding decisions within a local network.
• Provides basic switching and VLAN support

Question 4

PoE Switch

Answer 4

• Provides power to connected devices (such as IP phones, cameras) over the Ethernet cable
• Eliminates the need for separate power cables
• Available in both managed and unmanaged variants

Question 5

Stackable Switch

Answer 5

• Allows multiple switches to be interconnected and managed as a single unit
• Enhances scalability, management, and redundancy
• Commonly used in larger networks

Question 6

Modular Switch

Answer 6

• Consists of separate modules that can be added or removed for scalability
• Offers flexibility in terms of port types and speeds
• Suitable for networks with varying connectivity requirements

Question 7

Gigabit Ethernet Switch

Answer 7

• Supports data rates of 1 Gbps
• Commonly used to provide high-speed connectivity within networks

Question 8

Layer 4-7 Switch

Answer 8

• Also known as an Application Switch
  -Operates at higher layers of the OSI model (up to layer 7) to provide advanced traffic management and application optimization.