Identify the correct definition of Network switch.
- A. A set of rules that governs how data is formatted and transmitted between devices on a network.
- B. A networking device that connects devices on a local network and forwards data only to the intended recipient. ✓
- C. A standard network protocol used to transfer files between a client and a server.
- D. A network that spans a large geographic area, connecting multiple smaller networks together.
Correct answer
B. A networking device that connects devices on a local network and forwards data only to the intended recipient.
Explanation
Network switch refers to a networking device that connects devices on a local network and forwards data only to the intended recipient.