Star Topology

• Topology


  The arrangement of the nodes and connections in a network
• Topology


  • It's a physical arrangement of the devices and the connections between the devices
  • It can be both logical and physical
• Types of networks based on topology

  • Local area networks
  • Wide area networks
  • Client-server networks
• Star topology


  A network topology where all devices are connected to a central connection point, such as a router or wireless access point
• Star topology


  • Devices are only linked to the central connection point, not directly to each other
  • The central connection point receives and forwards all data
  • If the central connection point fails, the whole network cannot communicate
• Star topology


  Can behave like other topologies
• Star topology is commonly used in home and wireless local area networks
• The main issue with star topology is the dependence on the central connection point, which can be costly if it fails