Ubiquiti UniFi Network Switch Options

Network switches are fundamental networking devices used in computer networks to connect devices and facilitate communication within a local area network (LAN). These switches operate at Layer 2 (Data Link layer) or Layer 3 (Network layer) of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model and play a vital role in managing and directing network traffic efficiently. Functionality of Network Switches: Traffic Routing and Switching: Network switches receive data packets from connected devices and determine the destination address of each packet. They use this information to forward packets only to the specific device(s) for which the data is intended, rather than broadcasting it to all devices on the network, as in the case of hubs. This efficient routing of data helps minimize network congestion and enhances overall network performance. Packet Forwarding and Switching: Upon receiving data packets, switches use MAC (Media Access Control) addresses to create and maintain a table