CBSE Class 12 Computer Science Question 135 of 159

Computer Networks - I — Question 30

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Question 24(ii)

Compare and contrast Star and Tree topologies.

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Star topologyTree topology
All the devices in the network are connected by a central hub in the star topology.It is in the shape of an inverted tree with the central root branching and sub-branching to the extremities of the network.
It is less complex.It is more complex.
It is cheaper.It is expensive.
Failure of one node doesn't affect entire network communication.Failure of higher node can affect next level node performance.
It is easy to install and maintain.It is difficult to install and maintain.
Data transmission rate is high.Data transmission rate is comparatively low.