Each port on a modern switch creates a separate collision domain. This allows multiple devices to communicate simultaneously without collisions on different ports.
Step-by-Step Breakdown:
Collision Domain:
A collision domain is a network segment where data packets can collide if two devices send packets simultaneously.
On a switch, each port creates a separate collision domain, so collisions only occur if two devices connected to the same port (through a hub, for instance) try to send data at the same time.
Switches vs Hubs:
Unlike hubs, which have one large collision domain, switches isolate collisions to individual ports, improving performance.
Juniper Reference:
Switch Port Behavior: In Juniper switches, each port operates in its own collision domain, enhancing network efficiency by reducing the chances of packet collisions.