Exam 1: Device Identification
Which hardware device is used to connect different networks together?
Switch
Connects devices within a LAN.
Router
Connects different networks (e.g. LAN to WAN).
Exam 2: The Router Trap
Describe the purpose of a router. [2 Marks]
⚠️ The Trap
"A router lets you get on the internet and use Wi-Fi."
✅ The Mark Scheme
1. Connects different networks (e.g. LAN to Internet).
2. Receives and forwards data packets using IP addresses.
Exam 3: Component Audit
Match the property to the correct hardware.
| Hardcoded MAC Address | NIC |
| Routes within LAN | Switch |
| Wireless Signal Bridge | WAP |
Finish & Next Topic →