INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
COMPUTER NETWORKS AND THE INTERNET
Question
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What is the name of a piece of hardware that is used to connect different devices together? This hardware is often made up of a number of wires.
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Protocol
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Server
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Network cable
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Hub
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A hub is a physical device used to join multiple devices on the same LAN. For example, a laptop, desktop computer and printer can connect into a hub’s ports with Ethernet cables and be part of the same local network.
Detailed explanation-2: -A router is a device that connects two or more packet-switched networks or subnetworks. It serves two primary functions: managing traffic between these networks by forwarding data packets to their intended IP addresses, and allowing multiple devices to use the same Internet connection.
Detailed explanation-3: -In general, a hub refers to a hardware device that enables multiple devices or connections to connect to a computer.
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