CompTIA DataX (CNX-001) — Question 27

A network architect must design a new branch network that meets the following requirements:

No single point of failure -
Clients cannot be impacted by changes to the underlying medium
Clients must be able to communicate directly to preserve bandwidth
Which of the following network topologies should the architect use?

Answer options

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The mesh topology is the most suitable choice because it provides multiple paths for data, eliminating single points of failure, and allows clients to communicate directly, which is crucial for preserving bandwidth. The hub-and-spoke and star topologies create central points that can fail, and spine-and-leaf, while efficient, may not fully meet the independence requirement for clients as effectively as a mesh topology.