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b) Which network device will be used to connect computers in each block to form a local area network?
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The network device that will be used to connect computers in each block to form a local area network is a switch .
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For connecting computers in each block to form a LAN, a common device is the switch , which is a multiport device that forwards data frames based on their MAC addresses. The switch has the following benefits:
- It provides dedicated bandwidth to each port
- It reduces collisions and congestion in the network
- It supports various features and protocols, such as VLANs, STP, QoS, etc.
- It improves security and manageability of the network
A switch can be used to connect computers in each block using twisted-pair cables. The twisted-pair cables provide cost-effective and flexible data transmission over short distances (up to 100 m). The switch can also be connected to another switch or router using fiber-optic cables. The fiber-optic cables provide high-speed and reliable data transmission over long distances (up to 10 km).
So, the correct answer is switch .
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