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i like the VLAN idea (especially since it means less wiring for me).

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Posted by waqasahmad

bus,star,ring

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Posted by Hash007

BUS topology:
In this each computer is directly connected to primary network cable in a single line.

Advantages:
Inexpensive, easy to install, simple to understand, easy to extend.

STAR topology:
In this all computers are connected using a central hub.

Advantages:
Can be inexpensive, easy to install and reconfigure and easy to trouble shoot physical problems.

RING topology:
In this all computers are connected in loop.

Advantages:
All computers have equal access to network media, installation can be simple, and signal does not degrade as much as in other topologies because each computer regenerates it.

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Posted by robin