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Broadband | Enables your network to connect to the Internet through |
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modem | your Internet service provider (ISP). |
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Firewall | Helps secure your local network from unauthorized access |
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| from the Internet. |
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Router | Sends, or routes, information between your network and |
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| another network, such as the Internet. |
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Switch | Provides additional network connection points for |
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| computers and other devices. |
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For more information about network requirements and supported configurations, see http://go.microsoft.com/ fwlink/?LinkID=193018.
NOTE: Some devices may be multipurpose, such as a router with firewall capabilities. Check your device manufacturer’s documentation for more information.