CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Cert Guide

Chapter 9

Various Network Devices

This chapter covers the following topics related to Objective 2.1 (Compare and contrast various devices, their features, and their appropriate placement on the network) of the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 certification exam:

• Networking Devices

  • Layer 2 switch

  • Layer 3 capable switch

  • Router

  • Hub

  • Access point

  • Bridge

  • Wireless LAN controller

  • Load balancer

  • Proxy server

  • Cable modem

  • DSL modem

  • Repeater

  • Voice gateway

  • Media converter

  • Intrusion prevention system (IPS)/intrusion detection system (IDS) device

  • Firewall

  • VPN headend

• Networked devices

  • Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone

  • Printer

  • Physical access control devices

  • Cameras

  • Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) sensors

  • Internet of Things (IoT)

    • Refrigerator ...