tions.PowerPoint Presentation: Tree Network topology Benefits A Tree Topology is supported by many network vendors ad even hardware vendors. A point to point connection is possible with Tree Networks. All the computers have access to the larger and their immediate networks. Best topology for branched out networks. Tree Topology Conclusion The signals that are being transmitted by the root node are received by all the nodes at the same time. This increases the efficiency of the over all functioning of the network. The Tree Network topology can be extended easily to function and there are no limitations to how big it can be extended. Additional root nodes can be added and they can be interconnected within one single network.PowerPoint Presentation: Star topology Star Topology is the most common type of network topology that is used in homes and offices. In the Star Topology there is a central connection point called the hub which is a computer hub or sometimes just a switch. In a Star Network the best advantage is when there is a failure in cable then only one computer might get affected and not the entire network. The Star Network Topology typically needs more cable to be networked than the usual Bus topology. A common cable that is used in Star Network is the UTP or the unshielded twisted pair cable. Another common cable that is used in star networks is the RJ45 or the Ethernet cables. In a Star Network the entire network is dependant on the hub so if the entire network is not working then there could be a problem with the hub. This feature makes it easy to troubleshoot by offering a single point for error connection ad at the same time the dependency is also very high on that single point .PowerPoint Presentation: Star Topology Advantages • A Star Network Topology is very easy to manage because of its simplicity in functionality. • The problems can be easily located logically in a Star Topology and therefore is easy to troubleshoot also. • The Star Topology is very simple in format so it is very easy to expand on the Star Topology . Star Topology Disadvantages • The Star Topology is fully dependant on the hub and the entire working of the network depends on the hub or the switch. • If there are many nodes and the cable is long then the network may slow down.PowerPoint Presentation: Star Topology Conclusion A Star Network Topology is best suited for smaller networks and works efficiently when there is limited number of nodes. One has to ensure that the hub or the central node is always working and extra security features should be added to the hub because it s the heart of the network. You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.