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# [Understanding Network Devices](https://syedminhajhussain.hashnode.dev/understanding-network-devices?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn the key differences between hubs and switches, including how packet broadcasting works, performance impacts, OSI layers, and why switches are preferre

Feb 14 · 4 min read · syedminhajhussain.hashnode.dev  
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