Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Data Transmission (Section 3 - No. 35)
What is the primary function of a network 'switch'?
To broadcast data to all devices on the network.
To intelligently forward data to the destination device only.
To act as a gateway to the internet.
To encrypt network traffic.
Explicaţie
A switch directs data to the specific device it's intended for based on MAC addresses, improving network efficiency.