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Hubs and Switches
Guide picks
These simple, affordable but effective small boxes provide a central connection point for the networking of multiple computers.

Introduction to Hubs
Tutorial explains how hubs work and what to consider when choosing the best one for your needs.

Hubs and Switches Questions and Answers
Test your knowledge of the technology behind hubs and switches for home computer networking.

Top Dual-Speed Ethernet Hubs for Home
These four- and five-port hubs support both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps network devices via Ethernet cabling. Priced for the home user, these products represent the best value for networking the computers found in a typical household.

Hubs Defined
Hubs are small, simple, inexpensive devices that join multiple computers together at a low-level network protocol layer.

Switches Defined
Switches join multiple computers together at a low-level network protocol layer with additional intelligence above that offered by hubs.

FAQ - The Difference Between Hubs and Switches
What are the difference between hubs and switches? From our Computer Networking Tips and Tricks Archive.

Autosensing Defined
Autosensing hubs and switches detect and support both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps network data rates.

More About Internetworking
Directory of internetworking resources includes routers, bridges and repeaters as well as hubs and switches.

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