What are Routers, Switches, Hubs — Is There a Difference between them ?
Filed Under Hubs, Router, Switches | Posted on July 1, 2009
Each device has its own function in a network environment. Two reasons confusion exists are
(1) all three are simple boxes with several plugs that accept cables and
(2) at times the functions of each device are rolled into one single device.
A hub, also known as a repeater, is a simple device used for years to connect [...]
Quick description – How does a Router work?
Filed Under Network, Router | Posted on July 1, 2009
Here is a technical description of how a router works. This would make sense if you have already an understanding of the network protocols.
The layers 2 and 3 of the OSI model i.e. Data Link layer, is where the Ethernet protocol, MAC addresses and switches fit in.
Layer 3, the Network layer, is where the IP [...]
Introduction to Routers
Filed Under Network, Router | Posted on June 30, 2009
A computer networking device which forwards data packets across a network toward their destinations, through a process of routing is known as Router. In companies and large corporations, a central computer system acts as a router to connect all of the company’s computers to one network. This allows group participation and collaboration on large projects [...]
