Routers and network switches aren't the same hardware—depending on your setup, you may need both.

(MENAFN- GetNews) If you've ever set up a network in your home or office, you've probably heard the terms "router" and "switch" thrown around. These two devices are essential for getting your network ...

In the computer networking world, the three most ubiquitous pieces of equipment are modems, routers, and switches. These are used everywhere from the datacenter hosting Google to the internet ...

When it comes to complexity of network connectors, you have got multiple levels, with a switch (hub) at the bottom and a router at the top. A hub is an astonishingly dumb gadget. It accepts a packet ...

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Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. Connecting to the internet seems simple. You hop on your Wi ...