Mesh Topology | 3.1 | OCR GCSE Computer Science | J277

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Mesh topology

A network topology that involves all (or most) nodes being interconnected with each other.

How are data packets transferred in a mesh topology?

To the destination address using the fastest path - and directly if possible.

Advantages of a mesh topology

- Reliable, as if a path fails, data can take an alternative route to the destination. - One node failing does not affect the rest of the network.

Advantage - why can mesh topologies usually withstand large amounts of data traffic?

As there are many routes by which data can travel, reducing data collisions.

Disadvantages of a mesh topology

- Without a central device, wired mesh topologies can be difficult to manage due to wires taking up a lot of physical space.

Disadvantage - why can mesh topologies be expensive to install and maintain?

Due to lots of cabling - especially in a fully-wired mesh topology.