2nd Sem

1. Mesh Topology

What is Mesh Topology?

Mesh Network is a network where all the nodes are connected to each other and is a complete network. In a Mesh Network every node is connected to other nodes on the network through hops. Some are connected through single hops and some may be connected with more than one hope.
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In a mesh topology, every device in the network is physically connected to every other device in the network. A message can be sent on different possible paths from source to destination. Mesh topology provides improved performance and reliability. Mesh networks are not used much in local area networks. It is mostly used in wide area networks.

Advantages
  1. The use of dedicated link guarantees that each connection can carry its own data load. It eliminates traffic problem.
  2. If one link becomes unusable, it does not harm the entire system.
  3. It is easy to troubleshoot.
Disadvantages
  1. A full mesh network can be very expensive.
  2. It is difficult to install and reconfigure.
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