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ype or group of networks. Connecting every computer from one
network with another network would result in a mess of cables, so
instead, a bridge is brought in to have a single connection
between the networks instead of many. A Bridge in HomePlug
terms functions like a concentration device that connects
multiple computers onto the HomePlug network using one
HomePlug device.
The Bridge function only works with Ethernet HomePlug models
because USB devices can't be shared yet. The default
connection type for Ethernet adapters is Bridge. The only way to
turn it off is to install the utility that comes with the unit. That will turn
the Bridge into a Node.
It is possible to have both Nodes and Bridges on a network as long
as there is only a maximum of two Bridges. It is possible to have
USB Nodes on the same network as Ethernet Nodes.
