In a Local Area Network (LAN), a Cat 6 communication cable connecting two network (Ethernet) devices is approximately 160 meters long and is experiencing signal loss due to the cable length. Which of the following devices would you recommend to amplify and retransmit the signals between the two devices?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Repeater.
Explanation:
● A Repeater is a network device used to regenerate or replicate signals.
● It is used in transmission systems to regenerate analog or digital signals distorted by transmission loss.
Information Booster:
● Ethernet cables like Cat 6 have a maximum effective length (usually 100 meters); beyond this, a repeater is needed to maintain signal strength.
Additional Knowledge:
● Modem: Converts digital signals from a computer into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines and vice versa.
● Firewall: A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.