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Router
Connects different networks and directs data packets between them.
Switch
Connects devices on a LAN and uses MAC addresses to forward data to the correct destination.
Modem
Converts digital data from a computer to analog for transmission over telephone lines or cable and vice versa.
Access Point
Extends the wireless coverage of a network and connects wireless clients to a wired network.
Firewall
Secures network boundaries by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic based on predetermined security rules.
Network Interface Card (NIC)
Facilitates wired or wireless network connectivity for a device.
Bridge
Connects multiple network segments at the data link layer, filtering traffic and reducing collision domains.
Repeater
Amplifies or regenerates weak signals to extend a network's reach over longer distances.
Hub
Connects multiple network devices, retransmitting data to all ports regardless of the intended recipient.
Patch Panel
A passive component that organizes cable connections and allows for easy management and routing.
Cable Modem
Provides a connection to the Internet over a cable TV infrastructure.
DSL Modem
Connects to the Internet via a telephone line using Digital Subscriber Line technology.
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
Provides file level data storage services to other devices on the network.
Load Balancer
Distributes network or application traffic across many servers to improve responsiveness and availability.
Wireless Range Extender
Expands the coverage area of a wireless network by receiving the wireless signal and retransmitting it.
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