Network Devices – Bridge

🔌 Network Device: Bridge A Bridge is a networking device that operates at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) of the OSI model. It is used to connect two or more network segments within a local area network (LAN), helping to filter traffic and reduce collisions. 🔹 What is a Bridge? A Bridge is a device used to divide large networks into smaller segments. It helps in controlling traffic between segments, increasing the efficiency of network communications. Unlike a hub or a switch, which broadcasts data to all devices, a bridge forwards data only to the segment where the destination device is located, improving network performance. ...

May 3, 2025 · 3 min · Rohan