Network hardware

Network hardware

1. Router

   • Most routers will have WiFi and Ethernet connection
   • Most routers connect to a WAN
   • Allow you to share resources across different devices
   • Devices can connect to a central point in a LAN

2. Switch

   • Devices can connect to a central point in a LAN
   • A switch can connect to other switches and routers to build large local area network

3. Ethernet cable

   • Used to connect your device to a router switch or other computer
   • Allows high data transfer speed across your LAN

4. Network interface card