J277 - Networks Lesson 2

What topology are these two networks?

(a)  

What topology is this network?

(a)  

Every device needs an (a)   to join a network.

This address identifies only one specific device within a network.

• MAC address

• IP address

• NIC address

• Home address

This address may be shared by multiple devices within a single network.

• MAC address

• IP address

• NIC address

• Home address

Pick the statements which are TRUE for a mesh network:

• This type of network may be very expensive to set up

• This type of network does not have a central point of failure

• This type of network would be used in your home

• This type of network requires a switch

Where might you find a STAR topology?

• Your home

• A nuclear power plant

• A big business

• The internet

Where might you find a MESH topology?

• Your home

• A nuclear power plant

• A big business

• The internet

Which piece of hardware allows you to connect to the internet?

• hub

• switch

• modem

• router

What do we call a set of rules which describe how networks talk to each other?

(a)