What types of network topologies are used in communication network?

What types of network topologies are used in communication network?

Network Topology: Topology defines the physical or logical arrangement of links in a network.

Types of Network Topology:

1. Mesh Topology- Each connection can carry its own data thus eliminating the traffic problems.

2. Star Topology- Each device needs one link and one I/O port.

3. Tree Topology- Allows more devices to attach.

4. Bus Topology- Less cabling than star, mesh or tree.

5. Ring Topology- Relatively easy installation and reconfiguration.

Now I am going to write the advantages of network topology, although each topology has some special features.

1. Peer-to-peer: Devices share the links equally.

2. Primary-Secondary: One device control traffic and others must transmit through links.

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