Which topology is described by multiple redundant interconnections among devices?

Which topology is described by multiple redundant interconnections among devices?

• A. Hybrid Topology
• B. Star Topology
• C. Mesh Topology
• D. Bus Topology

Answer: (C)

Redundancy and multiple paths between devices define this idea. In this topology, devices connect to several others, creating many possible routes for data. If one link or path fails, traffic can still reach its destination through another route, which boosts fault tolerance and reliability. That strong emphasis on interconnections everywhere is what makes it a mesh topology. By contrast, a star has all devices tied to a central hub, so a single hub failure can take everything down; a bus shares one backbone, so a fault on that line disrupts the entire network; a hybrid mixes styles without inherently prioritizing widespread interconnections. Mesh can be full (every device linked to every other) or partial (several interconnections exist but not everywhere), balancing resilience with cost.

Redundancy and multiple paths between devices define this idea. In this topology, devices connect to several others, creating many possible routes for data. If one link or path fails, traffic can still reach its destination through another route, which boosts fault tolerance and reliability. That strong emphasis on interconnections everywhere is what makes it a mesh topology. By contrast, a star has all devices tied to a central hub, so a single hub failure can take everything down; a bus shares one backbone, so a fault on that line disrupts the entire network; a hybrid mixes styles without inherently prioritizing widespread interconnections. Mesh can be full (every device linked to every other) or partial (several interconnections exist but not everywhere), balancing resilience with cost.