FAQ
6. Your Burning Questions Answered
Okay, I get it. Hubs are old news. But lets tackle some common questions I know youre probably thinking:
Q: Are hubs completely obsolete? Is there any reason to use one today?
A: Pretty much, yes. While you might find some very niche industrial applications where an incredibly simple and cheap solution is needed and security isn't a concern, for home, small business, and even most enterprise environments, they are obsolete. The advantages of a switch far outweigh any potential cost savings.
Q: I think I might have a hub somewhere in my garage. What should I do with it?
A: Dust it off, admire its vintage charm, and then recycle it responsibly! Seriously, there's no practical reason to use it. It's a museum piece now. Or maybe a cool paperweight?
Q: So, a switch is better than a hub. Is there anything better than a switch?
A: Absolutely! Routers are even smarter than switches. They not only direct traffic within your local network but also connect your network to the internet. Think of a router as a sophisticated traffic controller managing multiple highways, while a switch is like a traffic cop managing traffic within a single city block.