Network+ Exam Cram 2

All but the most basic of networks require devices to provide connectivity and functionality. Understanding how these networking devices operate and identifying the functions they perform are essential skills for any network administrator and requirements for a Network+ candidate.

This chapter introduces commonly used networking devices, and, although it is true that you are not likely to encounter all of the devices mentioned in this chapter on the exam, you can be assured of working with at least some of them.