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What is a Hub?

[Q] What is a hub? [A] A hub is a piece of network equipment used to connect devices. The basic function of a hub is to act as a multi-port repeater, simply because it passes on the information it receives to any connected devices. (Therefore repeating it) Because of the nature of this device, it can be used to extend the size of a network by allowing more computers and other equipment to be connected. The main word of caution to consider when using hubs in your network would be to not over-do it. In large scale networks, the over-use of hubs can actually degrade the performance of the network because a great deal of extra information is being sent through the network that may only be needed by a specific device. Inexperienced Technicians and other over-zealous IT associates have a bad habit of grabbing a hub any time they run into a situation where they need to expand the connectivity of the network in a specific area. This often happens without any educated thought being placed into how this will effect the network as a whole. If you have any doubts if this situation will effect your network, always refer to a qualified expert to get answers. There may be specific physical properties unique to your network that will need to be considered when making that judgment. CAT 5 Cable Company provides CAT 5 and CAT 5e patch and crossover cables for all networking applications in 9 colors, and any custom length. Hand assembled and 100% tested to ensure the finest quality. RELATED FAQ QUESTION: What is the difference between CAT 5 and CAT 5e cable? Keywords: Cat 5, Hub, network, patch cable, crossover cable