Chapter 15
Connecting LANs,
Backbone Networks,
and Virtual LANs
15.1
, 15-1 CONNECTING DEVICES
In this section, we divide connecting devices into five
different categories based on the layer in which they
operate in a network.
Topics discussed in this section:
Passive Hubs
Active Hubs
Bridges
Two-Layer Switches
Routers
Three-Layer Switches
Gateways
15.2
, Figure 15.1 Five categories of connecting devices
15.3
Connecting LANs,
Backbone Networks,
and Virtual LANs
15.1
, 15-1 CONNECTING DEVICES
In this section, we divide connecting devices into five
different categories based on the layer in which they
operate in a network.
Topics discussed in this section:
Passive Hubs
Active Hubs
Bridges
Two-Layer Switches
Routers
Three-Layer Switches
Gateways
15.2
, Figure 15.1 Five categories of connecting devices
15.3