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802.3af PoE vs 802.3at PoE+: Key Differences

Explore the key differences between 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+, including power delivery, voltage, and use cases, helping you choose the right standard.

poe
power over ethernet
802.3af

Active vs. Passive Network Switches

Explore the key differences between active and passive network switches in embedded systems. Understand their characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages to choose the right switch for your network needs.

network switch
active switch
passive switch

Active vs. Passive PoE: A Detailed Comparison

Explore the differences between active and passive Power over Ethernet (PoE) to understand which method is best for powering your network devices. Understand IEEE standards, safety, and use cases.

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passive poe
power ethernet
Advantages and Disadvantages of Network Switches

Advantages and Disadvantages of Network Switches

Explore the pros and cons of using network switches in a network. Understand the benefits and drawbacks, basic functionality, and potential security concerns.

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data transmission
network performance

ARP and RARP Protocol Basics

An overview of ARP and RARP protocols, detailing their functionalities and providing examples of ARP Request and ARP Response message fields for networking.

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rarp
protocol

ARP vs RARP: Key Differences Explained

Explore ARP and RARP protocols, their functions in IP address resolution, and how they differ. Understand ARP requests, responses, and commands.

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rarp
networking
ATM AAL Types: AAL1 vs AAL2 vs AAL3/4 vs AAL5

ATM AAL Types: AAL1 vs AAL2 vs AAL3/4 vs AAL5

Explore the different ATM Adaptation Layers (AALs): AAL1, AAL2, AAL3/4, and AAL5. Understand their characteristics, sublayers (CS & SAR), and suitability for various ATM service classes.

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aal
protocol