Topologies - Star & Mesh Network Topologies

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What is Ethernet primarily used for?

• Connecting devices in a local area network (LAN)
• Providing wireless connectivity to devices
• Connecting devices over the internet
• Transmitting data over long distances

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What does topology refer to in networking?

• The type of network protocol used for communication.

• The software used for network management.

• Device arrangement and connections

• The speed of data transmission in a network.

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Which of these is NOT a network topology?

• star
• web

• mesh
• ring

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In a network topology, devices like ____ are connected together.

• computers, routers, switches, servers
• cables
• modems
• printers

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Which of the following is a main reason for choosing a specific topology?

• Cost of equipment
• Aesthetic preferences
• Ease of installation
• How devices are arranged and connected

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What are two examples of network topologies mentioned?

• cycle topology

• star topology, topology

• mesh topology

• tree topology

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In a star topology, what device is used to connect all devices together?

• router
• tub

• modem
• switch

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What happens if one computer’s cable fails in a star topology?

• The whole network shuts down

• Only that computer is affected

• Internet stops globally

• All devices slow down

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What is a main advantage of a star topology?

• Cheap to set up

• Easy to add more devices

• Needs no cables

• Every device is connected to every other device

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Which device in a star topology is "intelligent"?

• Switch
• Hub
• Router
• Modem

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What is a major disadvantage of a star topology?

• Single point of failure at the central hub.
• High data transfer speeds
• No need for a central hub
• Easy to set up and maintain

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In a full mesh topology, each device connects to:

• Only the central device in the network.
• A single device at a time.
• Devices in a star topology.
• Every other device in the network.

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What happens if one connection fails in a mesh network?

• The whole network fails

• All devices lose connection

• Data reroutes through another path

• No data can be sent

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What is a disadvantage of a mesh network?

• Fewer devices can be connected

• Data transfers slowly

• Requires no cables

• It increases cost

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A mesh network has ____ routes between devices.

• a single
• no
• limited
• multiple

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What is a major advantage of a mesh network?

• It’s cheap

• It allows fast data transfer and reduces congestion

• No cabling needed

• One device controls all traffic

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How are devices connected in a star topology?

• Devices are connected to a hub or switch.

• Devices are connected directly to each other without a hub.
• Devices are connected wirelessly without a central point.
• Devices are connected in a linear fashion.

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Star topology can reduce ____ by sending data only to the intended device.

• network latency
• data loss
• signal interference
• network congestion

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If you want to expand a network easily, which topology is better?

• Ring topology
• Bus topology
• Mesh topology
• Star topology

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If a star network switch is overloaded, what happens?

• The switch will automatically reset itself.
• All devices will be disconnected from the network.
• The network will operate at maximum speed.
• The network may experience increased latency and devices slow down.

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What does topology refer to in networking?

• The type of network protocol used for communication.

• The software used for network management.

• Device arrangement and connections

• The speed of data transmission in a network.