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MCQ On Network Topology

Q1. In which topology are all devices connected to a central hub? SSC CHSL 2020.
  1. Bus
  2. Ring
  3. Star
  4. Mesh

Answer: c, Star

Solution: In star topology, all devices connect to a central hub or switch.

Q2. Bus topology uses which medium for communication? SSC CGL 2018.
  1. Single backbone cable
  2. Multiple switches
  3. Dual rings
  4. Coaxial repeater

Answer: a, Single backbone cable

Solution: Bus topology connects all devices using a single main cable.

Q3. Which topology provides the highest reliability? RRB NTPC 2016.
  1. Bus
  2. Mesh
  3. Ring
  4. Star

Answer: b, Mesh

Solution: Mesh topology connects each device to every other, offering maximum reliability.

Q4. In ring topology, the data flows in— NIELIT CCC 2023.
  1. Straight line
  2. Circular direction
  3. Zig-zag
  4. Random direction

Answer: b, Circular direction

Solution: Ring topology forms a closed loop where data moves in a circle.

Q5. Which topology is a combination of two or more topologies? CBSE Class 12 Board 2022.
  1. Mixed topology
  2. Hybrid topology
  3. Composite topology
  4. Duplex topology

Answer: b, Hybrid topology

Solution: Hybrid topology combines features of multiple topologies.

Q6. A topology where every node is connected to every other node is— GATE CS 2015.
  1. Ring
  2. Star
  3. Mesh
  4. Tree

Answer: c, Mesh

Solution: Mesh topology has every node connected to all others.

Q7. Which topology suffers from entire network failure if the main cable breaks? DSSSB TGT CS 2021.
  1. Ring
  2. Star
  3. Bus
  4. Mesh

Answer: c, Bus

Solution: In bus topology, the main cable is the backbone; if damaged, network fails.

Q8. In star topology, communication between two nodes occurs through— Maharashtra HSC 2023.
  1. Router
  2. Central hub/switch
  3. Main bus cable
  4. Token

Answer: b, Central hub/switch

Solution: All communication in star topology goes through a central device.

Q9. Tree topology is a combination of— IGNOU BCA 2020.
  1. Ring + Bus
  2. Star + Bus
  3. Mesh + Ring
  4. Star + Ring

Answer: b, Star + Bus

Solution: Tree topology extends a bus backbone with multiple star networks.

Q10. Which topology is most suitable for large organizations? Bihar Polytechnic 2019.
  1. Ring
  2. Bus
  3. Hybrid
  4. Mesh

Answer: c, Hybrid

Solution: Hybrid topology offers flexibility and reliability for large networks.