Switch

The term switch originates from network technology and is a network device that distributes data streams in networks. For this to happen, at least two computers must be connected to the switch. The switch has an intelligent transfer of data to the connected computers, as it can identify and assign them. In this way, the data can be exchanged among each other in a targeted manner. In smaller companies, only a few switches are usually used. In larger companies, on the other hand, many switches with up to 50 ports are used. These are used in so-called racks, as this ensures that the network cables are neatly accommodated.