An Ethernet hub
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An Ethernet hub
- A.
functions as a repeater
- B.
connects to a digital PBX
- C.
connects to a token-ring network
- D.
functions as a gateway
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Correct answer: A
An Ethernet hub operates at the physical layer of the OSI model. It functions as a multi-port repeater that regenerates and forwards electrical signals without interpreting data packets. Consequently, it broadcasts incoming data to all connected devices on the network segment simultaneously.
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