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Topic Two - Review Questions

The document contains review questions on network topologies and access methods, covering definitions, comparisons, and performance implications of various topologies such as star, bus, ring, mesh, tree, and hybrid. It explores factors influencing topology selection, fault tolerance, data transmission efficiency, and specific advantages and disadvantages of each topology type. Additionally, it discusses the role of access methods like CSMA/CD and token passing in network performance.

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Topic Two - Review Questions

The document contains review questions on network topologies and access methods, covering definitions, comparisons, and performance implications of various topologies such as star, bus, ring, mesh, tree, and hybrid. It explores factors influencing topology selection, fault tolerance, data transmission efficiency, and specific advantages and disadvantages of each topology type. Additionally, it discusses the role of access methods like CSMA/CD and token passing in network performance.

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CSS 123: REVIEW QUESTIONS

Topic Two: Network topologies and Access Methods

General Questions

1. Define network topology and distinguish between physical and logical topologies.
2. What factors should be considered when selecting a network topology for a medium-
sized enterprise?
3. Explain how access methods like CSMA/CD and token passing affect network
performance across different topologies.
4. Compare the fault tolerance of star, bus, ring, mesh, tree, and hybrid topologies.
5. How do access methods influence the efficiency of data transmission in shared-medium
topologies?

Star Topology

6. Describe the structure of a star topology and identify its key component.
7. What are the advantages of star topology in terms of scalability compared to bus
topology?
8. How does a failure in the central device impact a star topology network?
9. In what business scenarios would a star topology be more suitable than a ring topology?
10. How does star topology facilitate the use of modern Ethernet switching?

Bus Topology

11. Illustrate the layout of a bus topology and explain how devices communicate.
12. What are the limitations of bus topology under high network traffic conditions?
13. Describe the role of CSMA/CD in managing data collisions in a bus topology.
14. Why has bus topology become less prevalent in modern network designs?
15. Explain the effect of a cable failure in a bus topology network.

Ring Topology

16. Explain how data is transmitted in a ring topology and the significance of token passing.
17. What are the advantages of ring topology for networks requiring consistent data rates?
18. How does a single node failure affect a ring topology compared to a dual-ring
configuration?
19. Compare the troubleshooting process for ring topology versus star topology.
20. Why might a ring topology be less ideal for a network with frequent expansions?

Mesh Topology

21. What makes mesh topology highly reliable compared to other topologies?
22. Why might a partial mesh topology be chosen over a full mesh for a large organization?
23. Identify a practical application where mesh topology is the optimal choice.

Tree Topology

26. Describe the hierarchical structure of a tree topology and its relationship to star topology.
27. What are the benefits of tree topology in managing large, segmented networks?
28. How does a failure at different levels (root vs. leaf) affect a tree topology network?
29. In what scenarios would a tree topology be preferred over a mesh topology?
30. Explain how tree topology supports scalability in enterprise environments.

Hybrid Topology

31. How does hybrid topology improve fault tolerance compared to a single topology?
32. Describe a situation where a hybrid topology would be more effective.
33. What challenges arise when designing and maintaining a hybrid topology network?

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