FC0-U71 Infrastructure Practice Question
Which network topology connects all devices to a single central cable?
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Why each option matters
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Bus
In a bus topology, all devices are connected to a single backbone cable. However, star topology is more common today.
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Mesh
Why it's wrong here
Mesh connects every device to every other device.
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Ring
Why it's wrong here
Ring connects devices in a closed loop.
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Bus
Why this is correct
Bus uses a single cable to connect all nodes.
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Star
Why it's wrong here
Star connects devices to a central switch or hub.
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