Network Topologies 0.0 / 5 ? ComputingNetworksGCSEOCR Created by: PollyMunroCreated on: 13-02-19 09:58 What is the definition of a topology? The layout of the network 1 of 7 How does the star topology work? All devices are connected to a central server or switch which controls the network 2 of 7 How does the mesh topology work? Devices connect directly or indirectly without needing a central server or switch 3 of 7 What is a disadvantage of the star topology? If the central switch or server breaks, the whole network goes down 4 of 7 What is an advantage of the star topology? If one computer goes down, the rest of the network is unaffected 5 of 7 What is a disadvantage of the mesh topology? If the connection is wired, the network can be expensive to set up 6 of 7 What is an advantage of the mesh topology? Data can take different routes to get to its destination. 7 of 7
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