Network Devices

Hub

centralized device that connects computers but broadcasts packets to all devices

Switch

smart hub that reads MAC Addresses/Physical Addresses to send information with less collisions

Router

Responsible for access to the internet by reading IP addresses and logical addresses through a routing table. Typically responsible for assigning IP addresses to devices on a local network

Access Points

Provides a limited range of W-Fi

Modem

Translates analog signals to digital signals and sends direct connection from the internet service provider

Small Office Home Office Router

Contains basic functions of a switch, router, AP, and sometimes Modem

Firewall

Software or hardware that allows or denies network traffic by opening or closing network ports and enabling or disabling network programs from data transmission