What are the factors to consider when choosing the appropriate physical network topology?

You have been approached by your organization as an IT expert to assist in the development of a computer network within your department. Briefly explain the factors to consider when choosing the appropriate physical network topology.

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(a) Reliability of the network.

(b) Type of equipment the network needs.

(c) Cable type.
The most common cable is unshielded twisted pair, which is most often used with star topologies.

(d) Future growth.
With a star topology, expanding a network is easily done by adding another concentrator.

(e) Length of cable needed.
Bus topology network uses shorter lengths of cable.

(f) Cost involved.
Bus topology network may be the least expensive because it requires less cables to set up and configure.

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maurice.mutuku answered the question on May 4, 2018 at 12:39

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