| 1 | A managed switch, on the other hand, is a device that can be configured to perform a variety of functions, such as Quality of Service (QoS), VLANs, port security, etc. | An unmanaged switch is a device that simply forwards traffic from one port to another and does not perform any further processing. |
| 2 | A managed switch is a network switch that can be configured and controlled remotely using management software. | An unmanaged switch is a network switch that cannot be configured or controlled remotely. |
| 3 | Managed switches are typically more expensive than unmanaged switches, but they offer a number of advantages, including the ability to monitor and control network traffic, improve performance, and troubleshoot problems. | Unmanaged switches are typically less expensive than managed switches, but they offer fewer features and capabilities. They can still be used to connect devices on a network and allow communication between them. |
| 4 | Managed switches typically have more ports than unmanaged switches, making them ideal for use in large networks. | Unmanaged switches typically have fewer ports than managed switches, making them more suitable for use in small networks. |
| 5 | Managed switches often have built-in security features that can help to protect a network from unauthorized access or attacks. | Unmanaged switches typically do not have built-in security features, making them less secure than managed switches. |
| 6 | Managed switches typically have a higher price tag than unmanaged switches due to their increased functionality and features. | Unmanaged switches are usually less expensive than managed switches because they lack many of the same features and capabilities. |
| 7 | Managed switches can be difficult to configure if you are not familiar with networking concepts. | If you only need a basic switch that can forward traffic, then an unmanaged switch will suffice. |
