Can I use a switch or a hub as a router? I know that routers have firewalls, but I don't need a firewall, and switches and hubs are less expensive too. Also, what is the difference between a switch and a hub?
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[quote][b]Posted by:[/b] NuclearInferno Can I use a switch or a hub as a router?[/quote] For broadband sharing, no. [quote]Also, what is the difference between a switch and a hub?[/quote] Long story short, a switch is better for network gaming than a simple hub.
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[quote][b]Posted by:[/b] ajenteks [quote][b]Posted by:[/b] NuclearInferno Can I use a switch or a hub as a router?[/quote] For broadband sharing, no. [quote]Also, what is the difference between a switch and a hub?[/quote] Long story short, a switch is better for network gaming than a simple hub.[/quote] I am only going to be using the hub/switch for one computer and my XBox. If I connect the hub/switch to my cable modem, and then to my computer and XBox, will that work? I am also going to be using the hub/switch for XBox LAN parties with my friends, which is why I want a hub/switch instead of a router because it has more ports.
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[quote][b]Posted by:[/b] NuclearInferno I am only going to be using the hub/switch for one computer and my XBox. If I connect the hub/switch to my cable modem, and then to my computer and XBox, will that work?[/quote] Refer to first reply.
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They all have a different purpose but yes any of the above of subsitutable in a home network.