Are network bridges still in use today?

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I've been wondering if bridge is still used by today , because i rarely seen it .Are there any networks thing such as bridge that replace bridge for today? If bridge still used by today what kind of brans that used?

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score 2 · Answer 1 · answered Sep 23 '20 at 17:48

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The term "bridge" has changed over time. Any device that performs the function of a bridge, namely forwarding frames based on layer 2 addresses, can be considered a bridge. In this sense, all network switches are essentially bridges, in that they perform this same function.

The only real difference between the original concept of a bridge and modern network switches is that a switch has many more ports than a traditional bridge -- but the function is the same.

answered Sep 23 '20 at 17:48

Ron Trunk

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Plus virtual bridges, used in many scenarios. – Krackout Sep 23 '20 at 17:58
Can we still found bridges in the electronic store / online store? – Jeanny Sep 24 '20 at 02:45
I have not seen one in over 20 years. – Ron Trunk Sep 24 '20 at 11:50

Are network bridges still in use today?

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