Thread: Different types of topologies

STAR TOPOLOGY

This is a form of LAN architecture is each node connected directly to a central network hub, and this is done by the use of dedicated links.



The Star topology is not promising as the most common network layout used today. Each one system is connected point-to-point to a single central location.

BUS TOPOLOGY

In the bus topology the server is at one end, and the client PCs (devices) are connected at different points or positions along the network. All signals pass through every system. Every system has a unique specification and can be familiar with those signals planned for it. It is easy and simple to design and execute.



Mesh topology

The Mesh topology is a difference of the bus, in which all systems are connected to one another in a daisy-chain fashion, as opposed to connecting in sequence to a single network cable. Each node is able of transmitting, receiving, and routing data.



LAN Ring Topology

This topology consists of a single cable that forms the main data path in the shape of a ring. Each system is attached to a closed loop of cable. Signals travel in one direction from one node to all other nodes around the loop.



LAN Tree Topology

The Tree topology is essentially a combination of the bus and star plans. The basic topology is like to that of a bus, with nodes attached in series to a linear central cable. But tree networks may have "branches" that contain multiple computer units that are connected point-to-point in a star-like pattern. Signals from a transmitting node travel the length of the medium and are received by all other nodes.