Networking devices

2. A device that converts digital signals from a computer into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines or other communication channels.
3. Short for Virtual Local Area Network, a logically separate network created within a physical LAN.
5. A node or device that serves as an entrance point between two different networks, often translating between protocols.
7. A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
8. Short for Wide Area Network, a telecommunications network that spans a large geographic area, connecting multiple LANs.
11. A device that connects two separate network segments and forwards data between them based on MAC addresses.
13. A device that connects multiple networks and directs data packets to their intended destinations.
14. A networking device that manages data flow within a local area network (LAN) by connecting devices together.

1. A device used to regenerate signals in order to extend the range of a network connection.
4. Short for Local Area Network, a group of computers and devices connected within a limited geographical area.
6. A hardware component that enables a computer or device to connect to a network, such as a USB Ethernet adapter.
9. Point A wireless networking hardware device that allows Wi-Fi devices to connect to a wired network.
10. A server or software application that acts as an intermediary between a client and other servers, providing privacy and caching benefits.
12. Stands for Domain Name System, a service that translates human-readable domain names into IP addresses.
15. A simple networking device that broadcasts data received from one port to all other ports without filtering or managing the traffic.