Mesh Topology

Mesh Topology:

In mesh topology, every device in the network is physically connected to every other device in the network. A message can 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.