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Switching & Wireless

Network switching and wireless access points are two fundamental components of modern networking infrastructure, particularly in the context of local area networks (LANs) and wireless LANs (WLANs).

1.Network Switching:

1.Network switching involves the process of forwarding data packets between devices on a computer network. It operates at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) and Layer 3 (Network Layer) of the OSI model.2.Switches are devices that use MAC addresses to forward data frames within a LAN. They maintain a MAC address table (also known as a content addressable memory or CAM table) to determine the appropriate port to which a frame should be forwarded.

3.Managed switches offer additional features such as VLAN support, Quality of Service (QoS), and port mirroring for network monitoring purposes.

4.Layer 3 switches, also known as multilayer switches, have routing capabilities and can perform IP routing in addition to Layer 2 switching.

2.Wireless Access Points (WAPs):

1.Wireless access points are devices that allow wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi. They serve as a bridge between wireless clients and the wired network infrastructure.

2.Access points typically operate at Layer 1 (Physical Layer) and Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) of the OSI model.

3.They provide wireless connectivity by broadcasting SSIDs (Service Set Identifiers) that wireless clients can detect and connect to.

4.Some advanced access points offer features such as multiple SSIDs, VLAN support, guest networks, and seamless roaming.

Integration of Switches and Access Points:

In many network deployments, switches and access points work together to provide connectivity. Access points are often connected to switches via Ethernet cables, allowing them to communicate with the rest of the network.
VLANs (Virtual LANs) can be used to segregate wireless traffic from different SSIDs or groups of users, and switches play a crucial role in VLAN configuration and enforcement.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches can provide power to access points over the same Ethernet cable used for data connectivity, simplifying installation and reducing cable clutter.

In summary, network switching and wireless access points are essential components of modern network infrastructure, enabling both wired and wireless connectivity for devices within a LAN or WLAN environment.

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