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What is the main characteristic of a star network topology?
What is the main characteristic of a star network topology?
- Every node is connected to every other node
- Nodes are connected in a daisy chain fashion
- Nodes are connected in a circular manner
- All nodes are connected to a central hub (correct)
How do switches direct packets of data between devices?
How do switches direct packets of data between devices?
- Using device names
- Using port numbers
- Using Mac addresses (correct)
- Using IP addresses
What advantage do switches offer in terms of bandwidth?
What advantage do switches offer in terms of bandwidth?
- No impact on bandwidth
- Increased availability of bandwidth (correct)
- Limited bandwidth for specific devices
- Reduced bandwidth for each device
In a star network, where does traffic originate?
In a star network, where does traffic originate?
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How many connections are required in a star network with 10 devices?
How many connections are required in a star network with 10 devices?
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In a star network topology, where does traffic originate?
In a star network topology, where does traffic originate?
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What is the main function of a switch in a network?
What is the main function of a switch in a network?
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How does a star network topology affect the number of connections required as compared to the number of devices?
How does a star network topology affect the number of connections required as compared to the number of devices?
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What is the impact of switches on the bandwidth of a network?
What is the impact of switches on the bandwidth of a network?
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How are messages transmitted in a star network?
How are messages transmitted in a star network?
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