Network Topologies(Start + Ring)

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What is a topology in the context of networks?

• The speed of data transfer

• The layout of how a network communicates with different devices

• The type of devices used in a network

• The amount of data stored in a network

What are the two main categories of network topologies?

• Wired and wireless

• Local and wide area

• Public and private

• Static and dynamic

Which wired topology is the most commonly used?

• Ring topology

• Bus topology

• Star topology

• Mesh topology

In a star topology, how are all computers connected?

• In a circular manner

• Directly to each other

• To a central wiring point, such as a hub or switch

• Through a series of cables without a central point

What happens to data on a star network?

• It goes directly to its destination without passing through a central point

• It passes through the central point before continuing to its destination

• It is stored in the central hub

• It is broadcasted to all computers simultaneously

What is one major benefit of the star topology?

• It is the cheapest topology to implement

• If one computer fails, the others are not affected

• It allows for faster data transfer

• It requires fewer cables than other topologies

What is a significant disadvantage of the star topology?

• It requires a lot of cables

• It is difficult to set up

• If the central hub or switch fails, all computers are affected

• It has a slower data transfer rate

What is the term used to describe the failure of the central hub or switch in a star topology?

• Network congestion

• Single point of failure

• Data bottleneck

• System overload

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of star topology?

• Each computer has its own cable connection

• All data passes through a central point

• It is inherently secure against all failures

• A failure in one computer does not affect others