Ethernet devices
Electronic devices that can connect to a local area network(LAN) using an ethernet cable
Hub
A hub is a basic networking device that connects multiple computers or other network devices together
How does a hub deal with data ?
When a hub receives data from one device it broadcasts it’s to all other connected devices
The limitation of a hub
Hubs do not distinguish between different devices meaning all data is sent to all devices regardless of intended recipient , this can cause network congestion and inefficiency
Repeaters
Repeaters are devices that extend the range of a network by amplifying the signal
Why is a repeater important
A repeater takes the weak signal regenerates it and sends it out again allowing the signal to travel further without losing integrity
