Star Topology

What is a star topology in networking?

• A star topology in networking is a type of network topology where each network device is connected to a central server.

• A star topology in networking is a type of network topology where devices are connected in a circular manner.

• A star topology in networking is a type of network topology where devices are connected in a linear chain.

• A star topology in networking is a type of network topology where each network device is connected to a central hub or switch.

What are the advantages of using a star topology?

• Difficult to troubleshoot

• Decentralized management

• Limited scalability

• The advantages of using a star topology include easy to troubleshoot, centralized management, and scalability.

Explain the role of a central hub in a star topology.

• The central hub only connects to one node in the network

• In a star topology, the central hub acts as a central point for all the nodes in the network to connect to. It manages the communication between the nodes and controls the flow of data.

• The central hub is not necessary in a star topology

• The central hub is used for storing data in a star topology

How does a star topology differ from a bus topology?

• In a star topology, all devices are connected to a central hub, while in a bus topology, all devices are connected to a single communication line.

• In a star topology, all devices are connected to a single communication line, while in a bus topology, all devices are connected to a central hub.

• In a star topology, all devices are connected to a single device, while in a bus topology, all devices are connected to multiple hubs.

• In a star topology, all devices are connected to each other, while in a bus topology, all devices are connected to a single central device.

What type of cable is commonly used in a star topology?

• Twisted pair cable

• Ethernet cable

• Coaxial cable

• Fiber optic cable

What happens if the central hub in a star topology fails?

• The network will continue to function normally

• Only the central hub will be affected

• If the central hub in a star topology fails, then the entire network will be affected as all the connected devices will lose their connection to each other.

• The connected devices will automatically switch to a different hub

What is the impact of adding more devices to a star topology network?

• Adding more devices to a star topology network decreases the risk of single point of failure

• Adding more devices to a star topology network can lead to increased network traffic and potential congestion, as well as a higher risk of single point of failure if the central hub fails.

• Adding more devices to a star topology network reduces network traffic

• Adding more devices to a star topology network has no impact on network congestion

How does a star topology provide better performance compared to other topologies?

• A star topology provides better performance by allowing for easier troubleshooting, better performance isolation, and the ability to handle high traffic without affecting the entire network.

• A star topology provides better performance by causing frequent network congestion and slowdowns.

• A star topology provides better performance by making it difficult to identify and resolve network issues.

• A star topology provides better performance by allowing all devices to communicate directly with each other, leading to faster data transfer.