engineering computer science MCQ #1223

What is the difference between a hub and a switch?

engineering computer science MCQ #1223

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the difference between a hub and a switch?

    • A) A hub is intelligent, a switch is not
    • B) A hub broadcasts data to all ports, a switch sends data to the intended recipient
    • C) A hub operates at layer 3, a switch at layer 2
    • D) A hub is faster, a switch is slower

    Answer: A hub broadcasts data to all ports, a switch sends data to the intended recipient

    Explanation: A hub broadcasts incoming data to all its ports, whereas a switch forwards data to the specific port of the intended recipient, improving network efficiency.