Scribd
Upload
18 views16 pages

#4 Network Topology

The document provides an overview of various network topologies including Bus, Ring, Star, Mesh, Tree, and Hybrid topologies, detailing their structures, advantages, and disadvantages. Each topology is described in terms of how nodes are interconnected and the implications for network performance and management. Additionally, it distinguishes between physical and logical topology representations.

Uploaded by

ram.vglow
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
18 views16 pages

#4 Network Topology

The document provides an overview of various network topologies including Bus, Ring, Star, Mesh, Tree, and Hybrid topologies, detailing their structures, advantages, and disadvantages. Each topology is described in terms of how nodes are interconnected and the implications for network performance and management. Additionally, it distinguishes between physical and logical topology representations.

Uploaded by

ram.vglow
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 16

Topology

Topology defines the structure of the network of how all the


components are interconnected physically or logically to
each other.
Bus Topology
 The bus topology is designed in such a way
that all the stations are connected through a
single cable known as a backbone cable.

 Each node is either connected to the


backbone cable by drop cable or directly
connected to the backbone cable.
Bus Topology
Advantages Disadvantages
 It can be difficult to identify the
problems if the whole network goes
 It works well when you have a down.
small network.
 It's the easiest network topology  Terminators are required for both
for connecting computers or ends of the main cable.
peripherals in a linear fashion.
 It requires less cable length than  If a main cable is damaged, the
a star topology. network fails or splits into two.
Ring Topology
 Ring topology is like a bus topology, but
with connected ends.

 The data flows in a single loop


continuously known as an endless loop

 The data flows in one direction, i.e


clockwise direction.
Ring Topology
DISADVANTAGE
ADVANTAGES S

The data send in this will We cannot send private


firstly be broadcast. messages
Data transmission rate is If single port goes down
very high then the whole network goes
There is no need of server to down.
control the connectivity It is difficult to add new
among the nodes in the devices
topology.
Star Topology

 Star topology is an arrangement of the network in


which every node is connected to the central hub,
switch or a central computer.
 Coaxial cable or RJ-45 cables are used to connect the
computers.
 Star topology is the most popular topology in
network implementation.
Star Topology
A star topology is designed with each node connected directly to a central hub.
Data on a star network passes through the hub before continuing to its
destination. The hub manages and controls all the functions of the network.
Mesh Topology
 Mesh technology is an arrangement of the network
in which computers are interconnected with each
other through various redundant connections.
 It does not contain the switch, hub or any central
computer.

 formula:

Number of cables = (n*(n-1))/2;


Where n is the number of nodes that represents the

network.
FULLY MESH PARTIAL MESH
TOPOLOGY TOPOLOGY
In a full mesh
network In a partial mesh
topology, each node topology, only some
is connected directly nodes connect directly
to all the other to one another.Not all
nodes.Each computer but certain computers
is connected to all are connected to those
computers available computers with which
in the network they communicate
frequently.
MESH TOPOLOGY
Advantages Disadvantages
Cost
Reliable
Management of all the
Fast communication
new devices are very
Easier installation of new difficult
devices
Tree Topology
Tree topology combines the characteristics of bus
topology and star topology.

A tree topology is a type of structure in which all the


computers are connected with each other in the form
of hierarchical.
Tree Topology
Advantages Disadvantages
Support for signals for long Difficult troubleshooting if
distance fault occurs in the node
Easily expandable High cost
Easily manageable Failure if the backbone cable
Error detection and error fails
connection Reconfiguration difficult if
Limited failure new devices are added
Point to point wiring
Hybrid Topology
The combination of
two or more different
topologies are
combined together is
termed as Hybrid
Topology.
Hybrid Topology
Advantages Disadvantages
Complex design
Reliable – if fault occurs in one
part then will not affect the rest Costly hub
Size of network can be easily Costly infrastructure
expanded by adding new devices
Flexible – can be designed
according to the requirement
Effective
Physical & LOGICAL
Topology
Physical Topology is the geometric representation of all nodes in a network. A
physical topology is how they are actually interconnected with wires and
cables.

For example, in a shared Ethernet network that uses hubs rather than switches,
the logical topology appears as if every node is connected to a common bus that
runs from node to node.

You might also like

pFad - Phonifier reborn

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.

Note: This service is not intended for secure transactions such as banking, social media, email, or purchasing. Use at your own risk. We assume no liability whatsoever for broken pages.


Alternative Proxies:

Alternative Proxy

pFad Proxy

pFad v3 Proxy

pFad v4 Proxy