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3. Bridge – A bridge operates at data link layer. A bridge is a repeater, with add on functionality of filtering content by reading the MAC addresses of source and destination. It is also used for interconnecting two LANs working on the same protocol.
Goals of Todayʼs Lecture. Devices that shuttle data at different layers. Repeaters and hubs. Bridges and switches. Routers. Switch protocols and mechanisms. Dedicated access and full-duplex transfers. Cut-through switching. Self learning of the switch table.
Lecture 7 Overview. Moving beyond one wire. Link technologies have limits on physical distance. Also frequently on number of hosts connected. Methods to interconnect LANs. Repeaters and bridges. Switching.
Bridge diagram - Free download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. A network bridge is a computer networking device that creates a single aggregate network from multiple communication networks or network segments.
Multiplex traffic with switches/bridges/routers: Translate between different link technologies to allow heterogeneity. Isolate different physical networks to improve scalability. Give illusion of single connection to provide transparency.
Explain how hubs and switches can be connected to create larger networks. Describe how bridges, routers, and gateways work. Describe how routing protocols are used for dynamic routing. Explain the purpose of other networking components such as Channel Service Unit/Digital.
Networking Fundamentals. Objectives. Describe the function and operation of a hub, a switch and a router. Describe the function and operation of a firewall and a gateway. Describe the function and operation of Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 switching, and routing. Identify the layers of the OSI model.
