How a Switch Works -- Chapter 6 of 'LAN Switching First-Step'

In this book: LAN Switching First-Step explains the basics of LAN switching in easy-to-grasp language that all of us can understand. This book takes you on a guided tour of the key concepts behind how bridges and switches work.

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