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FC0-U71 Practice Question: Devices is used to connect multiple computers in…
Which of the following devices is used to connect multiple computers in a local area network and forwards data based on MAC addresses?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse a switch with a hub, assuming both simply connect devices, but the key distinction is that a switch uses MAC addresses to intelligently forward traffic while a hub blindly repeats signals to all ports.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Switch
A switch operates at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) of the OSI model and uses MAC addresses to make forwarding decisions. It maintains a MAC address table (CAM table) to learn which port each device is connected to, allowing it to forward frames only to the specific destination port, reducing collisions and improving network efficiency.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Router
Why it's wrong here
Router forwards based on IP addresses.
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Switch
Why this is correct
Switch forwards frames based on MAC addresses.
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Hub
Why it's wrong here
Hub repeats signal to all ports.
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Modem
Why it's wrong here
Modem modulates/demodulates signals.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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