A network switch is a fundamental component that facilitates data transport and routing layer 2 network. Networking switches emerged as advanced solutions to prevent data flooding in local networks and offer several advantages over hubs. Unlike hubs, network switches send data packets only to specific hosts, which prevents unnecessary traffic. This targeted approach helps network administrators enhance routing efficiency and increase data capacity in local networks. Layer 2 and layer 3 network switches are the most fundamental pieces of any network. …
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