“I am going to buy a managed switch for my business network. I wonder whether a managed switch can act as a router or not. What’s the difference between managed switch vs router? Can someone help? Thanks in advance!” Nowadays, managed switch has become increasing popular in most business networks to connect computers, printers, servers, […]
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How to Use a Network Switch?
“I want to buy a network switch on the internet for my home office. But I have no idea how to use a network switch or connect it with other devices. Is there anything I need to pay attention to? Any advice would be appreciated!” Before the discussion on how to use a network switch, […]
What ONIE Means to a Network Switch?
As we know, network switch is a telecommunication device in a computer network which connects multiple devices together, such as PCs, servers, laptops, and other Ethernet IP enabled devices. It receives a message from one device connected to it and then transmits the message to another device for which the message was meant. However, users […]
Understanding Network Latency in Ethernet Switches
In modern Ethernet switches, network latency is a vital part in key performance measurement, especially for those high-performance networks and clustered computing applications. Then, what is network latency in Ethernet switches? What causes it? Let’s find out the answers below together. What Is Network Latency in Ethernet Switches? Network latency is a term used to […]
Everything You Need to Know about Fiber Optic Network Switch
Fiber optic network switch, or fiber switch, is a telecommunication device in a computer network which connects other devices together. More exactly, a fiber optic network switch receives a message from any device connected to it and then transmits the message only to the device for which the message was meant. Normally, multiple data cables […]
How to Set up a Network Switch With a Router?
Network switch and router are two basic devices utilized in computer networks. However, many people have no idea how to use them and set up a switch with a router. Next, let’s find out the difference of network switch vs router and learn how to set up a switch with a router in detail. What […]