What is a Layer 3 Network Switch?

A layer 3 network switch operates at the Network Layer of the OSI model. Click here for more information about the OSI Model. Layer 3 network switches forward data based on IP addresses.

Unlike layer 2 network switches, layer 3 switches route traffic between different subnets. These switches combine the features of a traditional router and a layer 2 network switch. Layer 3 switches enable faster data forwarding with reduced latency compared to traditional routers.

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