Gateway:
A gateway is a device that connects two or more networks
with different types of protocols.
This device converts data according to the protocol.
The computer on a Local Area Network require
gateway access to internet
Bridges
A bridge is a device that connects two network segments.
It connects similar types of networks.
On receiving a signal,the bridge decides which segment the
signal should be sent to.
It reads the address of sending and reciving computers
Advantages
It increases network performance
It reduces network traffic
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