Computer Network Topology

Learn about Mesh, Star, Bus, Ring, and Hybrid network topologies!

Read the article about computer network topologies and match topologies with their description. Article:Computer Network Topologies Mesh Topology Devices are connected to each other through dedicated point-to-point links. Star Topology Devices are connected through a central hub. Bus Topology All the devices are connected to the main cable. Ring Topology Each devices is connected with the two devices on either side. Hybrid Topology A combintion of two or more topologies. Name the toplogies. Use ONE word only! Bus Mesh Start Hybrid Ring Advantages and Disadvantages of Mesh Topology Advantages no data traffic issues failure of one link doesn't affect other devices unauthorized access is not possible easy fault detection Disadvantages requires a great amount of wires a great number of I ports hard to scale Advantages and Disdadvantages of Star topology Advantages saves money, as each device needs only one I port easy to install the failure of one link will not affect other links easy fault detection Disadvantages the failure of the hub will bring the whole system down regular central hub maintenance is required The Advantages and Disadvantages of Bus Topology Advantages easy installation less cable work Disadvantages difficult fault detection hardly scalable The Advantages and Disadvantages of Ring Topology Advantages easy installation easy management Disadvantages the failure of one link will cause the failure of the whole system traffic issues The Advantages and Disadvantages of Hybrid Topology Advantages highly scalable Disadvantages complex installation complex fault detection complex design