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1. 1 Routers Multiport device – L3 device that has been historically slower than switches or bridges because they are concerned with L3 info and are protocol dependant
Can connect dissimilar LANs and WANs running at different transmission speeds and using a variety of protocols
Traditional LAN routers are being replaced by L3 switches that support routing functions
Still the box of choice for WAN connectivity
2. 2 Router Features and Functions Typical router Processor, memory, I/O jacks, mgmt console, multiple slots Very flexible device Modular router Router with multiple slots that can hold different interface cards or other devices