CompTIA Network+ Study Guide, 6th Edition

Chapter 1Introduction to Networks

THE FOLLOWING COMPTIA NETWORK+ EXAM OBJECTIVES ARE COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER:

• Domain 1.0 Networking Concepts
• 1.6 Compare and contrast network topologies, architectures, and types.
  • Mesh
  • Hybrid
  • Star/hub and spoke
  • Spine and leaf
  • Point to point
  • Three-tier hierarchical model
    • Core
    • Distribution
    • Access
  • Traffic flows
    • North-south
    • East-west

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