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What is the function of network routers and switches?

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What is the function of network routers and switches?

Switches interconnect physical servers and storage. Routers provide LAN and WAN connectivity. Additional network components provide firewall protection and traffic load balancing. 

These components also ensure information security and data integrity, fulfil compliance and confidentiality needs, manage risk, and provide governance.