Network Topology MCQs

Network Topology MCQs

The following Network Topology MCQs have been compiled by our experts through research, in order to test your knowledge of the subject of Network Topology. We encourage you to answer these multiple-choice questions to assess your proficiency.
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1: A hierarchical topology is also called a ____ topology.

A.   Layered

B.   Tree

C.   Mixed

D.   Vertical

2: A physical topology ____

A.   Specifies device types

B.   Depicts a network in broad scope

C.   Specifies connectivity methods

D.   Specifies addressing schemes

3: ____ networks use a central device to connect each device directly to the network.

A.   Bus

B.   Ring

C.   Star

D.   Mesh

4: A network _____ represents a networks physical layout.

A.   Sociology

B.   Topology

C.   Asymmetric

D.   Router

5: What is Network Topology?

A.   The physical layout of a network's devices and cables

B.   The maximum speed of a network connection

C.   The number of users connected to a network

D.   The type of data transmitted over a network

6: Which type of network topology has all devices connected to a central hub or switch?

A.   Star Topology

B.   Bus Topology

C.   Ring Topology

D.   Mesh Topology

7: In a Ring Topology, data travels in which direction around the network?

A.   Clockwise

B.   Counter-clockwise

C.   Bidirectional

D.   Randomly

8: Which network topology is characterized by a single, continuous cable to which all devices are directly connected?

A.   Star Topology

B.   Bus Topology

C.   Ring Topology

D.   Mesh Topology

A.   n

B.   n - 1

C.   n/2

D.   (n * (n - 1)) / 2

10: Which type of network topology provides redundancy and fault tolerance?

A.   Star Topology

B.   Bus Topology

C.   Ring Topology

D.   Mesh Topology

11: What is the main advantage of a Star Topology?

A.   Easy to install and requires less cabling

B.   Provides redundancy and fault tolerance

C.   Data collisions are less likely to occur

D.   If one device fails, it does not affect the rest of the network

12: Which network topology is more susceptible to a single point of failure?

A.   Star Topology

B.   Bus Topology

C.   Ring Topology

D.   Mesh Topology

13: In a Bus Topology, what happens when two devices attempt to transmit data simultaneously?

A.   The data is transmitted successfully without any issues

B.   The devices wait until the bus is clear to transmit

C.   Data collision occurs, and both devices stop transmitting

D.   The devices switch to a different channel to avoid collision

14: Which network topology requires the most cabling and is typically more expensive to implement?

A.   Star Topology

B.   Bus Topology

C.   Ring Topology

D.   Mesh Topology