
Hardware Networking:- Hardware Networking:-
Hardware Networking:-By Chris Brenton
Chapter 15 from Multiprotocol Network Design and Troubleshooting, published by Sybex, Inc.As we discuss these devices, I will cover the pros and cons of each and give examples of its intended use.These days there is a multitude of networking products to consider when planning your network infrastructure. There are devices for everything from connecting computer systems to the network, to extending a topology's specifications, to controlling network traffic. Sometimes your choices are limited. For example, to connect an office computer to the network, you must have a network card.Some products, however, require extensive planning prior to selection. For example,...