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In a star topology, where are all devices connected?
In a star topology, where are all devices connected?
- To every other device on the network
- In a circular fashion
- To a central hub or switch (correct)
- To multiple hubs or switches
What is a key characteristic of mesh topology?
What is a key characteristic of mesh topology?
- Is reliable but slow
- Connects devices in a circular fashion
- Connects devices to a central point
- Provides fault tolerance and redundancy (correct)
What is a drawback of ring topology?
What is a drawback of ring topology?
- Directs data packets between devices
- Provides fault tolerance and redundancy
- Is slow and a pain to troubleshoot (correct)
- Connects devices to a central point
What is the main function of routers?
What is the main function of routers?
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What is the role of a hub/switch in a star topology?
What is the role of a hub/switch in a star topology?
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What is a potential disadvantage of mesh topology?
What is a potential disadvantage of mesh topology?
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What is a drawback of ring topology?
What is a drawback of ring topology?
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In a star topology, what is the role of the hub/switch?
In a star topology, what is the role of the hub/switch?
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What is a key characteristic of ring topology?
What is a key characteristic of ring topology?
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What is the main function of routers in a network?
What is the main function of routers in a network?
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