Ever wondered why there are some networks that go down when one computer goes down while there are networks that stays connected even if one computer is being repaired? Well, there is one sure answer, network features depend on the type of topology it carries.
Topology is basically how the computers are connected to one another in a network. The topology can determine how all the computers in the network will work. There are basically three types of network topology: bus, star and ring.
Do not let the words confuse, these may sound too simple but there are significant differences that would likely need to be thought off carefully. Since setting up a network have certain requirements, then, these would help in figuring out which of these network topologies you should use.
Bus topology is like a series, there is only a single cable that would connect all the devices in the network. However, this is a little less dependable since it means that the connection depends only to a single cable, that if gone wrong then, the network might need to be rewired. However, this is the least expensive to set up, adding more devices will also cost less compared to the other types of network topology. It can be hard to diagnose if there is a problem.
Star topology, this is advantageous in terms of productivity since all the computers would be installed in a central server. If one of the other computers break, all other remains functional. Adding devices would also have no need to be affected since it would be connected to the server alone. However, if a weak point of this type is that if the server fails, the whole network goes with it. Cables needed for the connections can also be a little costly, not to mention messy. Only the server will be diagnosed for any problem.
Ring topology is appropriate if the computers in the network require speed. As the name suggests, it is a ring wherein it compose of one device connected to the next and the “last” is connected to the “first”. Diagnosis can be complex too.
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