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Tree Topology
In this topology, nodes are connected as branches of a tree where hub acts as a root node.
It is scalable as it is easier to add new or remove the faulty nodes. However, its major
disadvantage is that if the root node fails to operate, the entire network will be inoperable. COMPUTER NETWORKING
Tree Topology
Mesh Topology
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In this topology, every single node in a network is
connected to all the other nodes or computers in the
network. There are minimal chances of network failure
in this topology due to redundant connections.
Mesh Topology
Imagine, computer networks as highways in the sky. What vehicles would travel
on these highways and what destinations would they reach?
Network Architecture
The network architecture defines the overall design of the computer network. There are
two types of network architectures.
Peer-to-Peer Network
It is a network of two or more computers that uses
the same type of program to share the data. Each
computer is considered to have equal responsibilities
and acts like a server to the other computers in the
network. It works well in small environment.
Peer-to-Peer Network

