What is network topology

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Network topology refers to the physical or logical arrangement of elements (nodes, links, etc.) of a communication network.

It describes how devices within a network are connected and how data flows between them. Common types include:

  • Bus topology: All devices share a single communication line.
  • Star topology: All devices connect to a central hub or switch.
  • Ring topology: Devices are connected in a closed loop, with data flowing in one direction.
  • Mesh topology: Every device is connected to every other device.
  • Tree topology: A hierarchical structure combining aspects of bus and star topologies.
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