Networking Hardware

This document provides information on various networking hardware components including file servers, workstations, network interface cards, switches, repeaters, bridges, and routers. It describes the purpose and key characteristics of each component. File servers are high-performance computers that control information sharing across a network. Workstations are user computers connected to the network. Network interface cards provide the physical connection between computers and the network. Switches and repeaters help extend network reach. Bridges segment large networks while routers translate between different networks and select optimal paths.