In terms of improvement, the price is not an issue; it's very good. However, the range of solutions could be improved. Some of our customers are very small, and the current IBM BNT solutions, such as switches, are too large for them. It would be wonderful if we could have switched with maybe 16 ports instead of the usual 24 ports because they don't use all the ports.
LAN Switching refers to the method of directing data within a local area network using switches, providing efficient data transfer and minimal latency.
Switches operate at Layer 2 of the OSI model, managing data packets using MAC addresses. This enhances network efficiency and ensures data is directed to the correct recipient. Experts note that switches can significantly reduce data collisions compared to hubs, making them crucial for modern high-speed networks.
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In terms of improvement, the price is not an issue; it's very good. However, the range of solutions could be improved. Some of our customers are very small, and the current IBM BNT solutions, such as switches, are too large for them. It would be wonderful if we could have switched with maybe 16 ports instead of the usual 24 ports because they don't use all the ports.