What type of network topology connects all nodes to a central forwarding device such as a network switch?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Star topology
- Step 1: In a star network topology, every network host is connected via a point-to-point link directly to a central hub or switch.
- Step 2: If a single cable fails, only that specific host is disconnected, while the rest of the network remains operational.
Answer
Star topology.
Why not the others: 'Bus topology' connects all devices to a single shared backbone cable; 'Ring topology' connects devices in a circular loop; 'Mesh topology' connects nodes via redundant interconnections.
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