Lesson 3: Network Topology Flashcards
is used to denote the arrangement of the
network devices in a computer network. may be used
to show physical or logical arrangement of devices inside a computer
network.
Network Topology
types of wired topologies
star
ring
bus
mesh
full mesh
partial mesh
types of wireless topologies
Infrastructure Wireless
Ad hoc Wireless
Wireless Mesh
is designed with each node (like workstations, printers, laptops, servers etc.)
connected directly to a central device called as a network switch.
Star Topology
all devices in the network are connected via a cable that loops in a logical
ring or circle.
RING Topology
is a network setup where each computer and network device is interconnected
with one another. This topology setup allows for most transmissions to be distributed even if one
of the connections goes down.
Mesh topology
consists of a main run of cable with a terminator at each end. All nodes like workstations,
printers, laptops, servers etc., are connected to the linear cable.
Bus Topology
each device on the network is connected together, creating connections between
all device on the network. provide an extreme level of redundancy when compared with
other network topologies.
full-mesh topology
some of the devices are connected to many devices together, but other devices are connected only to one or two devices.
partial mesh topology
is normally used to extend a wired LAN to connect wireless capable devices.
Infrastructure Wireless Topology
used to extend wired LAN to wireless LAN.
wireless Access Point (AP)
devices are connected
without using any additional network infrastructure devices like
a wireless Access Point (AP).
Ad hoc Wireless Topology
wireless devices are meshed together for redundancy. If any failure in this topology, other redundant paths are available.
Wireless Mesh Topology
