Introduction to Networking
2. Network Types
2.2. Characteristics
Characteristics:
1. Simple and inexpensive to set up.
2. Common in early LANs (e.g., Ethernet with coaxial cables).
Advantages: It's simple to install, requires the least amount of cable, and is cost-effective.
Disadvantages: It has a single point of failure; if the main cable breaks, the entire network goes down. It's also difficult to troubleshoot, and performance can slow down with many devices due to data collisions.