Network tools and yesting devices week 2

• Hubs - enable on network to communicate. It can send or recieve information, but it can't do both at the same time
• Switch - it can send and receive information at the same time, so they send information faster than hubs can.
• Bridge - is a computer networking devices that builds the connection with the other bridge network which use the same protocol
• Router - enable computers to communicate and can pass information between two networks - such as between your home and internet
• Wireless access point - provide wireless access to a wired ethernet network
• Patch panel - a panel that allows multiple devices to be connected and managed in a more efficient manner.
• Modem - is a device that allows a computer to share data or let computers exchange informations
• Network operating system - is an operating system that manages network resources: essentially, an operating system that includes special functions for connecting computers and devices into local area network ( LAN )
• Network cable tester - a cable tester is a device that is used to test the strength and connectivity of a particular type of cable
• Crimping tool - is a device used to conjoin two pieces of metal by deforming one or both of them. It is designed to remove the protective covering ( jacket ) off of a cable to expose the inner wire
• Network interface card - commonly known as LAN card
• FDD USB - is a easy to use and conncets via USB ports
• Punch down tool - also called krone tool, is a handtool used to connect telecommunications and network wires to patch panel
• modular box - it is a surface mounted box used in a commercial and industrial building to cleanly attach network cables