• Network topology is the layout of the computers and devices in a communications network.
  • Physical topology=refers to the configurations of cables,computers,&other peripherals.
  • Logical topology=refers how signal travels along the physical path.
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MEANING & TERMS
  • NODE=any device that is connected to a network.
  • CLIENT=a node thah requests and uses resources available from other nodes.
  • SERVER=a nodes that share resources with other nodes.
  • SWITCH=a device used to connect multiple devices on a single network.
  • HUB=device that provides a common central connection point for nodes of network.
  • NETWORK INTERFACE CARDS(NIC)=an expansion cards that computer can connect to a network.
  • WIRELESS NETWORK INTERFACE CARD=an expansion cards which a computer can connect to a network that provides wireless data transmission.
STAR NETWORK
BUS NETWORK
RING NETWORK