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Old 02-26-2006, 07:55 AM   #9
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I just noticed, we didn't really answer on of your questions, What is a Switch.

A switch is a network device that can be connected to a port on a router to provide more ports.

A switch can also be used when connecting computer together with out a router, for say a closed network.

In short, your router has a built in switch as well, that is the 4 ports on the back.
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