The Network Backbone
Bus topology as many nodes are connected to single link
Bus topology is used on a LAN, or a Local Area Network. It is the cable to which the nodes connect, and it is also known as a backbone.
With n nodes and b branches a network will have combination are
Hub is the device used to interconnect nodes in a network
A network that has ten or more nodes is usually configured as a client/server network.
In a planar network, all nodes are connected in a way that forms angles.
A distributed backbone connects various nodes and networks through multiple pathways, enabling data to be transmitted efficiently across diverse locations. This architecture enhances redundancy, ensuring that if one connection fails, alternative routes can maintain network performance and reliability. Benefits include improved scalability, as additional nodes can be integrated easily, and reduced latency, as data can take the shortest or least congested paths. Overall, a distributed backbone supports robust and resilient network operations, essential for modern communication needs.
a client/server network.
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The data is broadcast to all network nodes but only the destination node or nodes respond