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Is there a reason to use a dedicated switch with a home router? (self.networking)
submitted 1 year ago by moody to c/networking@sh.itjust.works
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My work gave me a L2 switch because they were going to toss it out. Is there any reason for me to use that over the built-in switch from my ISP's router/modem?

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[-] markstos@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

I agree. Unless there’s a definite need, the most tangible difference may be in the electric bill.

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