In a network interface configuration, setting the speed incorrectly can cause performance degradation. What is the potential impact of configuring a gigabit switch port to 100 Mbps when connected devices support gigabit speeds?
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It creates a bottleneck, limiting the data rate to less than what the devices are capable of handling
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It makes the devices use an outdated protocol for communication
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It leads to total loss of data transfer between devices
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It increases the noise level on the physical medium
Configuring a switch port speed to 100 Mbps on a connection where the connected devices support gigabit speeds will lead to a significant bottleneck. The port will limit the transmission speed to 100 Mbps, thereby underutilizing the gigabit capability of the connected devices and potentially causing network congestion due to slower data transfer rates. This misconfiguration does not directly involve protocol compatibility or increase noise levels, and it also won't necessarily result in complete data loss unless other factors are at play.
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