RingTopology

    Ring Topology

In ring topology, each computer is connected to next computer and last connected to the first computer. Thus, a ring of computers is formed.

Working of ring topology:

Each computer receives message from previous computer and transmit it to the next computer. The message flow in one direction. The message is speed around the ring until it reaches the connect destination computer.

Advantages:

1. It is less expensive than star topology
2. Every computer has equal access to the network.

Disadvantage:

1. Failure of one computer in the ring can affect the whole network
2. It is difficult to troubleshoot.
3. Adding or removing computers affect the whole network