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Network topology.
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network topology network topology: The specific physical, i.e., real, or logical, i.e., virtual, arrangement of the elements of a network. Note 1: Two networks have the same topology if the connection configuration is the same, although the networks may differ in physical interconnections, distances between nodes, transmission rates, and/or signal types. Note 2: The common types of network topology are illustrated [refer to the figure on this page] and defined in alphabetical order below: * bus topology: A network topology in which all nodes, i.e., stations, are connected together by a single bus. * fully connected topology: A network topology in which there is a direct path (branch) between any two nodes. Note: In a fully connected network with n nodes, there are n(n-1)/2 direct paths, i.e., branches. Synonym fully connected mesh network. * hybrid topology: A combination of any two or more network topologies. Note 1: Instances can occur where...
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