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Network Topologies: Advantages and Disadvantages

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1Ring Topology advantage+ easy to install
+ easy to add extra workstations
+uses less cable than a star network
+ no data collisions
2Bus Topology disadvantage-Low security - every workstation can sell all the data in the network
-Data transmission can be slow if there are a lot of computers connected at the same time.
3Bus Topology Advantage+easy to install and cheapest to buy cables
+Easy to expand
+Best choice for temporary network
4Ring Topology Disadvantage-If a single computer is switched off or faulty, then network will not work.
-Hard to diagnose problems with the network
5Star Topology Advantage+The most reliable topology because if one computer is switched off or faulty the network will still work.
+Improved security compared to bus and ring, because the switch and hub regulate data transfer.
6Star Topology Disadvantage-Expensive network to set up because of all the hardware needed and a lot of cable to connect different computers to the hub/server/switch
-Required experts to set up the network and for maintenance