Types of Network Routers and Their Functions
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Router
A network device that handles the routing of data packets of each port.
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Switch
A network device that switches data packets whenever needed by the device.
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Main router
A type of router where all functions and settings are configurable and usually has CLI.
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Distribution router
The role of this router is to distribute the instruction from the core router.
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Repeater router
This type of router only repeats the signal it receives and doesn't extend the signal.
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Hub
A 'dumb' device that must be removed from the network.
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Access point
A type of router used for accessing the network through username and password.
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Extension router
This type of router is used for extending the number of ports in the LAN.
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