Difference Between Star and Ring Topology

Hello, friends, I hope you all are doing great. In today’s tutorial, we will discuss the Difference Between Star and Ring Topology. The basic difference between star and ring topology is that all components are linked with the central hub. But in topology, every element in the network is attached with the neighboring device.

The topology means a method through which numerous components are linked for the transmission of data. In today’s post, we will have a detailed look at both ring and star topology with the details and find their differences. So, let’s get started with the difference between ring and star topology.

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Star Topology

In this connection configuration, the central hub is required all elements are linked with the central hub.

In this configuration, there is a need of a main or central hub.
In this configuration, there is all components link to the mid-point location and get data from it.
It is normally used in the transmission system.
It can be easily troubleshot.
Its installation cost is high.
Its configuration is such that other components can be added and removed without affecting others.
It can operas in high-load conditions
It works for a larger system
The failure of a network occurs only when the central hub damaged.
Its transmission speed is high.
The enlargement of the network is easy.
Its prices are larger due to the lengthy cable used and their large numbers.
If the center point fails the total system will fail
Its configuration is such that all data from every component has to link or pass on from the center point.
All the connected components are controlled through the central point.
It operates like repeats to show the data configuration in an accurate way
Ac every element is linked to the main points so data transmission error becomes less in case of fault.
As every compoenot has link to all oterh compones.
It is used through the twisted cable and optic fiber.
There is coaxial cable also used as a video router
In this technique, data flow occurs from the hub or other elements.

Ring topology

In this configuration, all components are connected in a peer-to-peer configuration.
Its configuration is such that all components linked to it get involved equally to work on

Its operation In case of the high-loading system is good then the bus system
There is no configuration of the center point for operation
Its installation is easy for point-to-point connection.
Its fault detection ability is good due to the point-to-point arrangements.
The fault at work system can create an issue in the complete system,
The replacement of any component also affects the complete system
The data delay is proportional to the quantity of a node in the system
Its installation is difficult since the use of different nodes
Its troubleshooting is more difficult than the star topology.
Its installation price is less than the star topology.
In this configuration, network failure occurs due to any single element.
Data transmission for this arrangement is slow speed then start topology.
The enlargement of this network is very difficult.
In this technique data flow in a sequence.

Star vs Ring Topology

Feature	Star Topology	Ring Topology
Network Layout	In this topology, devices are attached to the central device	In this system, devices are connected in a circular configuration
Communication Pathway	Every device comes with own connection to a central device	Data is transmitted about the ring from one device to another
Fault Tolerance	If one device is not working other devices are not affected	If one device does not work the complete system is affected
Redundancy	It provides more redundancy and fault tolerance	It is less redundant but has more efficient features and is best for larger networks
Scalability	It less scalable than the Ring topology	it is more scalable than Star Topology
Network Congestion	It prons to network congestion since all data flows through central devices	It is more resilient to network congestion
Data Transmission	Data is transmitted in one direction from the sender point to the receiver through the mid device	data is transmitted bi-directionally around the ring
Network Security	It can be easily secure as every device has its own dedicated connection with the central device	It is less secure as data transmitted about the ring and can be intercepted through any device
Installation	Its installation easy	Installation is a complicated process
Cost	It is costly due to the use of central devices	Less costly as no central device required
Network Performance	If the central hub is overloaded network operation can be affected	Network operation can be affected if the ring becomes congested
Network Management	It is easy to manage due to centralized control	More difficult to manage due to decentralized control
Type of Network	it employed in small to medium-sized networks	it used in larger networks
Cable Length	Cable length is limited	Cable length is not limited
Signal Propagation	Signal propagation fast due to direct connections	Signal propagation is slow due to many devices use din communication paths
Network Speed	Network speed can be affected by the speed of central devices	Network speed is not affected by the speed of any device
Data Collision	chances of Data collision	Data collision can be occurs
Failure Recovery	Failure recovery is an easy and speedy process	Failure recovery difficult and time taking process
Hardware Requirements	It need more hardware like cables and switches	it need less hardware like cables and switches