Question

what advantage does a star topology offer in terms of security?
○ it provides faster internet connections to all computers in the network.
○ it ensures that each computer has access to every other computer.
○ it allows direct communication between any two computers.
○ it requires information to route through a central point, making control easier

Explanation:

1. Analyze each option:

• Option 1: Faster internet connections are about speed, not security. Eliminate.
• Option 2: In star topology, devices connect to a central point, not direct access to all others. Eliminate.
• Option 3: Star topology uses a central device (like a switch/hub), so communication is via the central point, not direct between two computers. Eliminate.
• Option 4: In star topology, all devices connect to a central point. Information routing through this central point allows for easier monitoring, access control, and security management (e.g., firewalls, access lists at the central device), which is a security advantage.

Answer:

It requires information to route through a central point, making control easier