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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Network Topologies

Question 2 • Career Explorations II

Which of the following is not an accurate comparison of mesh networks and ring networks?

Answer
A
A mesh network connects all nodes to each other, while a ring network connects each node to the one nearest to it.
B
A ring network can be wider than most topologies but not as wide as a mesh network.
C
A mesh network is less stable than a ring network; that is why full mesh networks are rare.
D
A full mesh network is excellent but extremely expensive compared with a ring network.

Explanation

A mesh network has multiple connections between nodes, so traffic can often use another path if one connection fails. A ring network typically relies on connections between neighboring nodes, making it more vulnerable to a break in the ring. Therefore, the claim that a mesh network is less stable than a ring network is inaccurate; full mesh networks are rare mainly because they are expensive to build.

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