Network Topologies

Network Topologies

1. Bus

   • Advantages: - Cheap - Simple Cabling - Network can be extended easily - If 1 section of cable is faulty, the network can be shortened and can be still used while the fault is repaired.
   • Disadvantages: - Under heavy traffic, long delays might occur - Prone to crashes and clases.

2. Ring

   • Advantages: - Fault tolerant - Takes more cable than a bus, however less than a star.
   • Disadvantages: - Slower - Cabling is costly - Difficult to extend an existing ring.

3. Star

   • Advantages: - Fast - More resistant to faults - Can add extra computers without disturbing the network.
   • Disadvantages: - Expensive to cable - Needs a central hub to connect computers together.