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  1. 1Bus topologyA bus topology is a single cable of physical network media with several computer connected on a single cable.the topology has start and end terminator
  2. 2Ring topologyA ring topology is a circle structure of computers. each computer is connected around single cable. all data communicated will pass computer on the ring
  3. 3Star topologyA star topology is used in large with different computers and computer system are connected with a hub, server or switch. computers receive data from the central hub, switch or server
  4. 4Mesh topologyA mesh topology is hybrid structure based on the star topology. this network structure does not require switch, but multiple of cables connecting each computer. sometimes it is referred as a spiders web
  5. 5VPN virtual private networkA virtual private network is used by large organisation to securely communicate information and files. a VPN is similar to an WAN by uses the internet to connect the different network together
  6. 6Bus topology advantage+Easy install and cheapest to buy cables.
    +Easy to expand
    +Best choice for temporary network
  7. 7Bus topology disadvantage-Low security - every workstation can sell all the data in the network
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  8. 8Ring topology advantage+Easy to install
    +Easy to add extra workstation
    +Uses less cable that a star network
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  9. 9Ring topology disadvantage-If a single computer is switched off or faulty, then diagnose problems with the netwrok
  10. 10Star topology advantages+The most reliable topology because if one computer is switched off or fault the network.
    -improved security compared to bus and ring, because the switch and hub regulate data transfer
  11. 11Star topology disadvantages-Expensive network setup because of all the hardware needed and a lot of cable to connect different computers to the hub/server/switch
    -required experts to setup the network and for maintenance

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