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1.4.1 Standalone Workgroup
The switch can be used as a standalone switch to which computers, servers and printer servers are directly connected to form a small workgroup.
Figure1.4.2 Bridging Application
For enterprise networks where large data broadcasts are constantly processed, this switch is an ideal solution for department users to connect to the corporate backbone.
In the next illustration, two Ethernet switches with attached computers, print server and local server, are all connected to the switch. All devices in this network can communicate with each other through the switch and also access the server.
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