Network Topologies Quiz

Matilda is setting up a new computer network for her small business. What is one advantage of using a star topology?

• It is less expensive to set up.

• It is easy to add new devices.

• It requires less cabling.

• It is more secure than other topologies.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a bus topology?

• It is difficult to add new devices.

• It is more expensive to set up.

• It has a single point of failure.

• It requires more cabling.

Answer explanation

The disadvantage of a bus topology is that it has a single point of failure, which can disrupt the entire network if that point fails.

Match the following descriptions with their corresponding network topologies:

• Ring Topology

• It uses a single backbone cable.

• Bus Topology

• Each device is connected to every other device.

• Star Topology

• It is the least expensive topology.

• Full Mesh Topology

• All devices are connected to a central hub.

Which of the following is a benefit of a partial mesh topology?

• It is the most secure topology.

• It is less expensive than a full mesh topology.

• It requires no cabling.

• It has no single point of failure.

Why is a star topology considered reliable?

• It uses less cabling.

• A failure in one cable does not affect the entire network.

• It is the least expensive topology.

• It is the most secure topology.

What is a common issue with bus topology networks?

• They are difficult to troubleshoot.

• They are the most expensive to set up.

• They require a central hub.

• They have the highest data transfer rates.

In a full mesh topology, what happens if one connection fails?

• The entire network goes down.

• Only the devices connected by that link are affected.

• Data transfer rates increase.

• The network becomes a bus topology.

How does a partial mesh topology improve network efficiency?

• By connecting every device to every other device.

• By reducing the number of connections needed.

• By using a single backbone cable.

• By requiring no central hub.