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FC0-U71 Practice Question: A small business needs to share files among…
A small business needs to share files among employees within the same building. Which network topology is most efficient for this scenario?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse 'efficiency' with 'simplicity' and choose bus topology, overlooking that star topology provides better fault isolation and scalability for a shared file environment.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Star
The star topology is most efficient for this scenario because all employee workstations connect to a central switch, which provides dedicated bandwidth per connection and simplifies troubleshooting. In a small office, the star topology allows easy addition or removal of devices without disrupting the network, and the central switch can manage traffic efficiently using MAC address tables.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Ring
Why it's wrong here
Ring topology is less common and a single break disables the entire network.
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Bus
Why it's wrong here
Bus topology is outdated and suffers from collision issues and single point of failure.
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Mesh
Why it's wrong here
Mesh topology is expensive and complex, typically used only for high-reliability networks.
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Star
Why this is correct
Star topology is the most common for LANs due to centralized management and easy fault detection.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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