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A campus area network is larger than LAN
Rivers have multiple streams to stay
since it may span multiple buildings within a connected, just like computer networks
specified area. use multiple connections to ensure
they keep working even if one fails.
Topology
Prime (Ver. 2.2)-VIII factors that determine the type of topology are cost, flexibility and reliability. There
Topology refers to the geometric arrangement of computers or nodes in a network. The
are five different types of topologies. Let us learn about these in detail.
Bus Topology
In this topology, all the nodes are connected to a single common path. It is simple and easy
to maintain. Additional nodes can be connected at any point along its length. The major
disadvantage of this topology is that fault detection is difficult, and a failure in the main
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cable can bring down the entire network.
Bus Topology
Ring Topology
In this topology, all the nodes are connected in a circular path.
The messages travel in clockwise or anti-clockwise direction.
Any damage to the cable of any node or device can result in
breakdown of the whole network.
Ring Topology
Star Topology
In this topology, central node acts as a hub to which all
the other nodes are connected. As compared to the bus
topology, star topology requires more devices and cables.
The addition of a new node to a star topology is easier
compared to other topologies such as bus as it involves a
connection only to the central node.
Star Topology

