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Introduction to Computer Networks — Question 28

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Question 22(b)

Write advantages and disadvantages of tree topology.

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Advantages of Tree Topology are:

  1. It uses point-to-point wiring for individual segments.
  2. It is supported by several hardware and software vendors.

Disadvantages of Tree Topology are:

  1. Overall length of each segment is limited by the type of cabling used.
  2. If the backbone line breaks, the entire segment goes down.
  3. It is more difficult to configure and wire than other topologies.