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TopologyComputers can be interconnected in different ways to form a network. Such different ways of interconneconnection are called computer topologies. There are 5 topologies. They are: * BUS TOPOLOGY * RING TOPOLOGY * STAR TOPOLOGY * MESH TOPOLOGY * TREE TOPOLOGY
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Star Topology
Switch networking is a term used to describe a small hardware device that joins multiple computers together by using a low level network protocol level.
First, you have to decide on the network topology you want to use. This will decide on the type of wiring necessary and any network connectivity devices. Second, you have to decide whether this is a peer to peer network, or a client server network, which will also impact what software is installed on the network and how it is supported. For 10 systems or less, a peer to peer network is a good choice; all you need is the wiring, and a simple device such as a hub or switch (a switch would be better). Then, wire all the systems to go to the switch, and configure the network interfaces on each device.
for connecting 4 computers you would need a "hub"(en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Network_hub), and a cat5 cable to connect each computer to the "hub". each computer would also need a "network card"(en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Network_card), alot of modern computers come with a network card integrated so you may not need to purchase it separately.
The network in the secondary building should also be star topology. It is the most common and very reliable. There will be twelve desktop computers in the building which should be connected to each other and the main building as well. So there should be Cat 6 cabling used in this building. The other networking equipment needed in the building is a wireless router which will help the mobility of the employees, a networking switch for all the workstations and the wall sockets into which the Ethernet cables will be plugged in. There will also be two sockets for the printers. There will be VoIP phones on the desks with the computers
A star network uses a central server to route data between clients. The central server (or the switching hub) switches data around the network. Data flow between the server and the nodes will therefore be relatively low. A typical star network are mainframe computers. Star topology, also known as star network, is a computer network topology. It is a common network setup where the computers and other devices on the network are connected to a central or master computer, also known as the hub.
At the very minimum, each computer needs a NIC card - network interface card. From there it depends on the topology you are using, but in general it is desirable to have a switch or router (or both).
A star topology is a method of connecting several computers to one another in a network. The cables used in a star topology are twisted pair cables or coaxial cables. Coaxial cables would be the cheapest solution.
Define a topology you want to use (star, bus, ring), then connect the computers using CAT-5/Ethernet cables. Then set up the computers from Network Connections. That is the basics of it.... You will need possibly require a router/switch/hub...
Yes, most computer networks consist of many computers that are usually connected by a networking device such as a hub, switch or access point. This type of a network is called a LAN.