Bus topology
Bus Topology
Mesh topology is not typically classified as a multipoint topology. In mesh topology, each device is connected to multiple other devices, creating a network where data can be routed through multiple paths, enhancing redundancy and reliability. In contrast, multipoint topology often refers to a single communication channel shared among multiple devices, where only one device can transmit at a time. Therefore, while both topologies involve multiple devices, their structures and functionalities differ significantly.
The least expensive topology to build is typically the bus topology. This design requires only a single central cable, or "bus," to connect all devices in the network, minimizing the amount of cabling needed. Additionally, it is relatively easy to set up and requires fewer networking devices, such as switches or routers, compared to more complex topologies like star or mesh. However, bus topology can be less reliable and harder to troubleshoot as the network grows.
star topology,bus topology,ring topology,mesh topology etc...
Star topology is one of the oldest topology
Sure, the machines have to be connected somehow. A star topology is quite common.
Bus Topology
Mesh topology is not typically classified as a multipoint topology. In mesh topology, each device is connected to multiple other devices, creating a network where data can be routed through multiple paths, enhancing redundancy and reliability. In contrast, multipoint topology often refers to a single communication channel shared among multiple devices, where only one device can transmit at a time. Therefore, while both topologies involve multiple devices, their structures and functionalities differ significantly.
It is multipoint but it leases the capacity of the line specially. So in a sense it behaves like a point to point but a multipoint.
In a multipoint topology the hub can send to one or more systems based on an address. Frame Relay is the most common technology to implement this scheme, and it is typically used as a WAN technology. All the remote connection points are connected to a single Frame Relay switch or router port, and communication between sites is managed by that central point. In hub and spoke, all spokes or only one spoke hears a given transmission. In point to multipoint, any number of remote stations can be accessed.
It is Point-to-Point connection because multipoint connection needs more than two end points.
there are two types of connection network: Point-to-Point Connection and Multipoint Connection
Star topology
It's used for Star topology.
bus topology
Video Bridge
STAR Topology