Data are transmit in a series of
signals. Data transmit in both directions. All the nodes will receive
the data but only intended recipients receie the data and the othes
will ignore the data.
RING TOPOLOGY
Data transmit around the ring in one direction by using token passing.
Each device takes a turn sending and receiving information through the
use of token.
STAR TOPOLOGY
Hub / Switch
the device that provides a common central connection point for other
devices on a network. All data transfer from one device to another
passess through the hub or switch.
-The hub takes a signal that comes from any device and passes it along to all the other devices in the network.