Star bus topology?

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Grante48

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Hi everyone,

I'm preparing for the A+ exam but I'm having difficulties understanding a star bus topology. As far as I can tell, a star bus topology is basically several star networks in which the switches are connected to each other like a bus. Is this right or am I completely off the mark?

A lot of my confusion is down to the book I'm using (Mike Meyers, All-in-one), which shows a star bus network with a single switch. It doesn't really make it clear how it differs from a standard star network, which also uses a single switch at the centre.

Thanks in advance to anyone who can help clarify this for me.
 
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Ok cool! well just keep going then, wish you lots of luck then.

I know what you mean by your question but its best to move on for the moment, you will learn things from experience. Dont stick too long with a subject and dont go to deep in stuff if you probably are not going to need it or use it.

I can conclude that you know enough and surely for the A+ test, your are trying to get deeper on the subject which is cool! but if you keep doing that you will end up somewhere else.

Once you have developed a better basic understanding of how peripherals etc etc. communicate with each other and function.

You could use Cisco Packet tracer and build such a network you are describing seeing first hand how it functions with you as admin.

I hope...
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Thanks for the link DragonChase.

Just to clarify from what I've read - Am I right in thinking then, that a star bus topology is actually various bus networks connected to a central node i.e. a switch or hub, as in a star network?

Sorry if it's a really obvious question, I've not had much experience in networking and I want to make sure that I've got the basic concepts right before continuing.

I don't speak Dutch but any links that anyone can recommend in English or Spanish would be great.

On a side note, Dragon, did you find it worthwhile doing the exam? I'm looking for a career change and I've heard mixed opinions about whether doing the A+ is a good place to start.
 
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Well im a programmer, develope my own hardware and am skilled in most programming languages.

I actually retired from the whole PC industry years ago, i have diploma's certifications for PC's etc etc. the fact stays that if you want a carreer in IT programming is highly recommended as those certificates are worth more.

But see it this way: A+ is a very good high quality certificate from where you can start.
i Did my A+ for fun and to close the chapter for me personally, it has more value emotionaly for me then it has value on the market.

If you will apply maybe for your first IT job in a lower segment, you can almost get the job guaranteed over the person who doesnt have the A+.

May i ask from what carreer you are switching? if you need more tips then provide more info so i can see where you are coming from.

Some background info about you would be nice.

To answer your question, star topology is nothing special, its just the fact that the network has a centralized point from where it is distributed.

For fun or to go deeper on networking you can download Cisco Packet tracer for free, you can make subnets etc etc and select parts you would like to implement.

This is the best real world simulation you can find for free to start learning about networks.

nevertheless, Cisco certification has high value and starting with the first Cisco certificate will surely benefit you as well. There is demand for good and qualified network personel on the market.
 
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I can slightly remember this question popped up for me i believe:

http://www.google.nl/imgres?imgurl=http://www.washington.edu/lst/help/computing_fundamentals/networking/img/osi_model.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.washington.edu/lst/help/computing_fundamentals/networking/osi&h=423&w=541&sz=97&tbnid=p47tl2rGH3Q-qM:&tbnh=77&tbnw=99&zoom=1&usg=__jXN1lTC_OApuQZy709R1I4IRjtg=&docid=VfVf54AjF1OcYM&sa=X&ei=mBRMUun6K8XGswait4CgDQ&ved=0CFYQ9QEwBw

Detailed explenation:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OSI_model
 
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I'm actually an English teacher but I've decided that it really isn't for me. I've always been interested in IT so I've decided that it's finally time to make the move.

I'm just looking to get into an entry level job in order to get some experience, and at the same time continue studying for other qualifications such as the Network+, MCSA or Cisco.

I've only been studying for the A+ for a couple of weeks and I'm really enjoying it. I've got a pretty good knowledge of the hardware anyway but it's been interesting filling in some of the gaps in my knowledge.

As I said before, networking's my real weak point as, beyond setting up a home LAN, I've not had much experience. No doubt I'll be needing some more tips soon!

I'll have a look at the Cisco Packet tracer when I get a chance, it sounds like it might be very useful.

Regarding my question, I can understand both the star and the bus topologies individually, it's just the star bus hybrid in particuar that's causing me a bit of confusion as I haven't been able to find a description that really shows the difference (if there is one) between a star and a star bus network.

Thanks a lot for your help.
 
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Ok cool! well just keep going then, wish you lots of luck then.

I know what you mean by your question but its best to move on for the moment, you will learn things from experience. Dont stick too long with a subject and dont go to deep in stuff if you probably are not going to need it or use it.

I can conclude that you know enough and surely for the A+ test, your are trying to get deeper on the subject which is cool! but if you keep doing that you will end up somewhere else.

Once you have developed a better basic understanding of how peripherals etc etc. communicate with each other and function.

You could use Cisco Packet tracer and build such a network you are describing seeing first hand how it functions with you as admin.

I hope you can see where im going with this.


Anywayz if you dont have further questions then please pick a solution so the topic will be marked as solved.

And once again goodluck here! oh and memorize the OSI model and research or memorize widely known protocols which belong in which layer.

Example question: Where does FTP belong? in what layer can you find a router?
 
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