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A network topology is the shape, or pattern, of the way nodes on the network are
connected to each other.
Please respond to the following in a post of 150–200 words:
Compare/contrast the basic network topologies: point-to-point, bus, ring, star, and mesh.
Select an industry and recommend which network topology best supports this industry’s
business needs.
Support your rationale with examples.
Note: Remember to cite any sources you use, including your textbook, using the Strayer
Writing Standards format. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer
Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course.
In 60–75 words, please respond to at least one other post. Choose to respond to those
who have few or no responses.
1.) Point to Point Topology:1
1 1 This is the simplest network. It mainly consists of 2 nodes with one connection in
between (Peer to Peer).
1 1 Neither side is in control of the other.
