Session 5 : The mix mode network and type of network topology

Mix Mode Network



A mixed mode network is a network that incorporates elements from more than one of the three standard network models.

The type of network topology

A network topology is a network specification that determines the network’s overall layout and the network’s data flow patterns.
There are two types of network topology is
-Physical Network Topology
-Logical Network Topology

The Physical Network Topology

~Physical Bus Topology
~Physical Star Topology
~Physical Ring Topology
~Physical Mesh Topology
~Hybrid Topology

Physical Bus Topology
A physical bus topology is a physical topology in which network nodes are arranged in a linear format, with each node connected directly to the network cable with a T-connector or tap.



Physical Star Topology
A physical star topology is a network topology that uses a central connectivity device, such as a hub, with separate connections to each node. 



Physical Ring Topology
A physical ring topology is a network topology in which all network nodes are connected in a continuous circle.   



Physical Mesh Topology
A physical mesh topology is a network topology in which each node has a direct connection to every other node. 



Hybrid Topology
A hybrid topology is any topology that exhibits characteristics of more than one standard physical topology.




Let's continue to next session 6 with Logical Network Topology...