Network Topologies

In a star network

• Each device is connected to a switch or hub
• Each device connects to each other
• Each device is connected in a line
• Each device is connected to a terminal

An Advantage of a Ring network is that:

• Easy to install
• If one cable fails, it'll still work
• No data collisions
• Hubs and Switches are required

What type of network is this?

• Bus
• Ring
• Star
• Mesh

What type of network is this?

• Bus
• Ring
• Star
• Mesh

What type of network is this?

• Bus
• Ring
• Star
• Mesh

What is the role of a terminator in a bus network?

• To stop signals from bouncing back along the cable.
• To destory Sarah Connor.
• To end the network and stop things dropping off the end of the cable.
• I'll be back.

What is a computer network?

• Computers which are connected together to share resources.
• Computers which are friends.
• Computers which are NOT connected together.
• Computers which have a cable linked to them.

What is a standalone computer?

• A computer which is not connected to another
• A computer which has no friends
• A computer which stands on it's own
• A mobile phone

This is a technical term that describes the layout of connections in a network.

• Network Topology
• Standalone Computer
• Network Node
• Workstation

Which network topology is this?

• Star
• Mesh
• Ring
• Bus