Networking architecture refers to the organization and design of network components and elements to carry out specific tasks. It defines the physical and logical structure, task allocation, and connectivity between clients, like laptops and servers. Simply put, it provides the rules and tools for smooth, network-architected communication. Network topology refers to the arrangement of network components/elements that enable the network architecture. It is the physical and logical arrangement of nodes and connections in a network. Nodes usually include switches, routers, and software with switch and router features. Network topologies are often represented as graphs showing node connections. Network topologies are categorized into 1) Physical topology is how nodes in a network are physically linked. 2) Logical topology is an illustration of how data flows within the physical topology. Point-to-point is the most basic type of network topology. In this set...
NETWORK COMPONENTS These are individual devices that create and control a network and its resources. They are divided into three hierarchical layers by Cisco ( Core, Distribution, and Access layers ). They operate with the OSI layer ’s architecture. Network components are as follows: Repeater : An electronic device that receives a signal and retransmits it. It amplifies network signals to avoid attenuation. Hub : An electronic device that receives a signal and retransmits it to multiple interfaces. It is like a multi-port repeater. Bridge : a device that creates a single network from multiple networks. It performs frame switching and frame filtering. It learns MAC addresses and stores them in the CAM (Content Addressable Memory) table . Switch : A device used to connect computers together to form a network. It also enables frame switching and frame filtering. It uses the MAC table to store MAC addresses. It is the fastest device in a network and implement...