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Which of these network devices commonly convert analog sounds to digital signals?

A) Router

B) Repeater

C) Switch

D) Modem

E) It’s not an iPod, right?

The answer: D) Modem

A modulator/demodulator converts analog sounds sent over network connections or telephone lines into digital signals that your computer can understand.

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