CHAPTER 3: Network Design and Topologies

DISTRIBUTED STAR

If two Multiserver star networks are connected, the topology can be described as a distributed star. Figure 3-10 shows two star networks connected to form a distributed star.

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Figure 3-10. Typical Distributed-Star Application.

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