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How Does A Layer 2 Switch Differentiate Between Different Networks?

I know that different IP-based networks can be connected to the same layer-2 switch. and I know each network's nodes can communicate just fine, however, no normal traffic can occur between two nodes ...
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How does a layer-2 switch work with UDP?

If UDP and/or TCP send packets via IP to an Internet Protocol Address, how can a layer-2 switch forward these? Is this possible or do you need a layer-3 switch?
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Chained wireless links, low network bandwidth

I have a simple L2 network consisting of two chained wireless PtP links. [LOC A] -------> [LOC B] -------> [LOC C] .4ms .7ms Here is a list of the PtP bandwidths: A -> ...
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