Topologies

Question 1

Bus

Answer 1

• Consists of a central cable that runs the entire length of network
• Directly connected to each device
• Cable fails = Network is disabled
• Simplest & cheapest also easy to install

Question 2

Mesh

Answer 2

• Dedicated connection between every device
• Creates a web of connections
• Reliable & resilient network
• If one fails , won’t affect the others
• Expensive
• Confusing

Question 3

Hybrid

Answer 3

• Combination of 2 or more other topologies

- Combines the best features

Question 4

Ring

Answer 4

• Each device is connected to the one next to it via a central cable
• Inexpensive / cheap
• Difficult to add device
• One fails all fail

Question 5

Star

Answer 5

• Central device (hub or switch) is connected to all devices
• More reliable
• One computer doesn’t affect all
• Can be rather expensive