Briefly discuss the role of following devices in the context of networking. (i) Router (ii) bridge (iii) gateway

Q. Briefly discuss the role of following devices in the context of networking.

(i) Router

(ii) Bridge

(iii) Gateway

(iv) Repeater

Answer :-

(i) Router: - A router works like a bridge but can handle different protocols.

(ii) Bridge: - Device that links two networks together.

(iii) Gateway: - Device that connects dissimilar network.

(iv) Repeater: - A repeater is an analog device that works with signals on the cables to which it is connected. The weakened signal appearing on the cable is regenerated and put back on the cable by a repeater.