Compare Mesh with Tree topology.

Q. Compare Mesh with Tree topology.

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• Mesh topology:- In mesh topology, each node is connected to more than one node to provide an alternative route in the case the host is either down or too busy. It is an extension to P-P network. The mesh topology is excellent for long distance networking because it provides extensive back-up, rerouting and pass-through capabilities. Communication is possible between any two nodes on the network either directly or by passing through. This function is needed in the event of a line or node failure elsewhere in the network. The mesh topology is commonly used in large inter-networking environments with stars, rings, and buses attached to each node. This is also ideal for distributed networks.

• Tree Topology: - In this topology the network is shaped as an inverted tree with the central root branching and sub-branching to the extremities of the network. Transmission in this topology takes place in the same way as in bus topology.