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    1. The document identifies and explains the functions of various network peripheral devices, including routers, switches, hubs, patch panels, modems, network adapters, and several types of network cables. 2. Routers are used to route and forward information between networks using software and hardware. Switches connect multiple computers together and offer better facilities than hubs. Patch panels are used to connect cables and create network interconnections. 3. Other devices discussed include modems for converting digital data to analog for transmission, network adapters for providing computer access to networks, and different cable types like patch cables, crossover cables, fiber optic cables, and T1/T3 lines.

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    1. The document identifies and explains the functions of various network peripheral devices, including routers, switches, hubs, patch panels, modems, network adapters, and several types of network cables. 2. Routers are used to route and forward information between networks using software and hardware. Switches connect multiple computers together and offer better facilities than hubs. Patch panels are used to connect cables and create network interconnections. 3. Other devices discussed include modems for converting digital data to analog for transmission, network adapters for providing computer access to networks, and different cable types like patch cables, crossover cables, fiber optic cables, and T1/T3 lines.

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    1. The document identifies and explains the functions of various network peripheral devices, including routers, switches, hubs, patch panels, modems, network adapters, and several types of network cables. 2. Routers are used to route and forward information between networks using software and hardware. Switches connect multiple computers together and offer better facilities than hubs. Patch panels are used to connect cables and create network interconnections. 3. Other devices discussed include modems for converting digital data to analog for transmission, network adapters for providing computer access to networks, and different cable types like patch cables, crossover cables, fiber optic cables, and T1/T3 lines.

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    1. The document identifies and explains the functions of various network peripheral devices, including routers, switches, hubs, patch panels, modems, network adapters, and several types of network cables. 2. Routers are used to route and forward information between networks using software and hardware. Switches connect multiple computers together and offer better facilities than hubs. Patch panels are used to connect cables and create network interconnections. 3. Other devices discussed include modems for converting digital data to analog for transmission, network adapters for providing computer access to networks, and different cable types like patch cables, crossover cables, fiber optic cables, and T1/T3 lines.

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    Learning Objective:

    After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:

    1.   Identify the different network peripheral devices.

    2.   Explain the function of different types of network peripheral devices.


     
    Introduction

    Networking hardware refers to equipment which typically enables computers to


    network, includes hardware such as, routers, switches, access points, network
    interface cards and other hardware devices.
    The importance and the integration of networking hardware in modern devices
    can be understood better, as these devices are also included in day to day
    utilities such as mobile phones, PDAs and even modern coffee machines.
     

    Routers
    A router is referred to a computer which has the ability to perform such tasks
    as routing and forwarding information with use of software and hardware.
    Routers are regarded to generally contain a specialized operating system, along
    with such devises as RAM, NVRAM, flash memory, and one or more processors.
     
     
    Switches and Hubs

    According to simple theoretical terms, switches are defined as devices which


    join multiple computers together, with better facilities offered than hubs. And
    hubs can be defined as, small, uncomplicated, economical devices that join
    multiple computers, with a lower or basic level of networking facilities.

     
    Patch Panel

    A patch panel or patch bay is a panel, typically rackmounted, that houses


    cable connections. One typically shorter patch cable will plug into the front
    side. Where as the back holds the connection of a much longer and more
    permanent cable. Patch panel is simply used for connecting cables.

    A patch panel is a mounted hardware unit containing an assembly


    of port locations in a communications or other electronic or electrical system.
    In a network, a patch panel serves as a sort of static switchboard, using cables
    to interconnect computers within the area of a local area network (LAN) and to
    the outside for connection to the Internet or other wide area network (WAN). A
    patch panel uses a sort of jumper cable called a patch cord to create each
    interconnection.

    Modems
    A modem enables a computer to transmit data over long distances using a
    cable or telephone line. As computer data is in digital form, it needs to be
    converted for transmission over the cable/telephone line, which only carries
    analog waves. This task or conversion is facilitated by a modem.

     
    Network Adapters

    This piece of networking hardware is one of the most essential pieces of


    equipment for any computer network, since it has the function of providing
    access between a computer and a network connection. When considering the
    theoretical aspects of network adapters, it is common to discuss the
    importance of another essential component, the network interface card or NIC.
    The term NIC refers to network adapter hardware in the form of a card.

     
     
     
    Network Cables
     

    Patch Cables - A patch cable connects two network devices. Network patch
    cables are typically CAT5 or CAT5e Ethernet cables linking a computer to a
    nearby hub, switch, or router.

     
    Ethernet Crossover Cables - A crossover cable directly connects two network
    devices of the same type to each other over an Ethernet. Crossover cables are
    useful for temporary networking of devices when a network router, switch or
    hub is not present. Compared to standard Ethernet cables, the internal wirings
    Ethernet crossover cables features reversed transmit and receive signals.

    Fiber Optic Cable – A Fiber optic cable is a network cable made from strands
    of glass fibers. Fiber optic cables carry information using light pulses. These
    cables are typically designed for long distance networking use, although they
    are soon becoming popular for home use today.

    T1 Lines and T3 Lines – T1 and T3 are types of leased lines used in long-
    distance computer networking. T1 lines and T3 lines are reserved circuits
    typically used by organizations to connect two geographically separated offices
    for private voice and/or data telecommunication services.

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