Network+ Guide to Networks (MindTap Course List)
Network+ Guide to Networks (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337569330
Author: Jill West, Tamara Dean, Jean Andrews
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Fundamental distinction between a router and a layer 2 switch:

RouterLayer 2 switch

The router process in the internet protocol is done by a network layer, link layer, and physical layer. In latest routers, transport layer is also included.

The layer switch process is done using data link layer and physical layer.

A router transmits the data packet using an IP layer address.A link layer transmits the data frames using an MAC layer address...

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