-All the computers and other devices on the network connect to a central device (hub/switch),thus forming a star.
| Advantages |
Disadvantages |
| -If one device (pc/printer) fails, only that device is affected. |
-If the hub or switch fails, the entire network will be malfunction. |
| -Devices (pc/printer) can be added to or removed from network with little or no disruption. |
-Requires more cable than most of the other topologies. |