Network topologies: physical and logical
Computer Studies · Grade 10 · about 40 minutes
What a topology is, the difference between physical and logical topologies, and the six physical topologies with how each behaves.
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- 6 sections of explanation, worked examples and diagrams
- 1 practice task with hints and worked answers
- A quiz that marks itself as you go
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