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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - switch / router

Posted: 6/10/2007 11:52:42 AM EDT

What is the difference betwen them.I tried to connect two computers to
my DSL modem using a d-link switch but I can only sign on with one or
the other.

Thanks in advance
indy1

Posted: 6/10/2007 12:07:10 PM EDT

[#1]

for geeks routers work on OSI layer 3 and switches on layer 2

for normal people, routers connect two different networks. switches are smart hubs that send data to the intended recipient, rather than broadcasting to everything on the network.

what application are you needing a router or switch for?

Posted: 6/10/2007 12:14:14 PM EDT

[#2]

I an trying to connect two computers to one dsl modem using D-link switch that was given to me.I was told it work same as router until I get a wireless router.

Posted: 6/10/2007 12:21:15 PM EDT

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I an trying to connect two computers to one dsl modem using D-link switch that was given to me.I was told it work same as router until I get a wireless router.

You will need a router to do this or a computer with 2 network cards.

Simple answer, go get a wireless router and hook it up to the dsl modem.

-Foxxz

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