Question

"Device A" is an 8-port layer 2 managed switch and "Device C" is a 4-port hub. Which of the following describes "Device B," assuming all workstations can communicate with each under normal circumstances?

A. Layer 2 switch
B. Router
C. Bridge
D. Repeater

Answer 1

Answer: (B) Router

Step-by-step explanation:

A router is one of the type of virtual and the physical networking device which helps in forwarding the message in the form of data packets in the computer system.

• The main function of the router is that it sends the message over the internet in the form of email and web page.
• The router sending the data packets by assigning each device a local internet protocol address in the networking.

According to the given question, the router is refers to the Device-B so that it can communicate in normal circumstances in workstation. Therefore, Option (B) is correct.