Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - HubI

What is the primary function of a network hub?

• Act as a switch for data transmission

• Provide power to connected devices

• Increase the number of USB devices connected to a computer

• Allow multiple computers to communicate over a network

How does a network hub differ from a switch?

• Hubs have a higher network bandwidth than switches

• Hubs broadcast all incoming data to all active ports, while switches send data to specific ports

• Hubs provide power to connected devices, while switches do not

• Hubs allow for daisy chaining of devices, while switches do not

What is the purpose of a USB hub?

• Allow multiple computers to communicate over a network

• Increase the number of USB devices connected to a computer

• Act as a switch for data transmission

• Provide power to connected devices

How many devices can be connected to a single computer using USB hubs?

• Up to 8 devices

• Up to 16 devices

• Up to 4 devices

• Up to 127 devices

What type of USB hub is recommended for basic devices like a mouse and keyboard?

• Network hub

• Powered or active hub

• Unpowered or passive hub

• Switch hub

What is the main difference between a powered and unpowered USB hub?

• Unpowered hubs are faster than powered hubs

• Powered hubs are cheaper than unpowered hubs

• Unpowered hubs have more ports than powered hubs

• Powered hubs provide electrical power to connected devices, while unpowered hubs do not

How does a network hub handle incoming data?

• Broadcasts all incoming data to all active ports

• Sends data to specific ports

• Discards incoming data

• Stores incoming data for later transmission

What is the maximum number of USB devices that can be connected to a computer using daisy chaining?

• 16 devices

• 8 devices

• 4 devices

• 127 devices

Which type of hub is more commonly used than a network hub?

• Modem

• Router

• Switch

• USB hub

What is the purpose of a USB hub with a power supply?

• Act as a switch for data transmission

• Increase network bandwidth

• Allow for daisy chaining of devices

• Provide additional electrical power to connected devices