Network switches are able to direct traffic intelligently, and connect different network segments. For increased bandwidth in larger networks, or if you need to transfer larger files, a 10Gb network switch is able to handle speeds at ten times the rate of standard gigabit network switches. 10Gb network switches are able to send and receive data simultaneously in what's known as a full duplex, as opposed to devices like hubs which can only send and receive separately. This feature allows for better communication between computers and the network itself, and allows for more efficiency in sharing files and resources.

Large sized, high-quality files, such as high resolution photos and large clips of audio and video from Pro Tools and Final Cut Pro, need more bandwidth to be transferred across the network to other computers or to a shared storage solution. The use of a 10Gb network switch is able to handle that level of bandwidth better than a standard gigabit network switch. When doing work in these creative professional programs, it's recommended that files be saved externally, and as such, shared storage solutions over a network is strongly advised. Make it easier to share and save these kinds of files with 10Gb network switches.

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