CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) — Question 548

A network technician directly connected two laptops together via 802.11 protocol. Under which of the following network topologies are the laptops operating?
(Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Bus
• B. Ad hoc
• C. Point-to-point
• D. Point-to-multipoint
• E. Star
• F. Mesh
• G. Ring

Correct answer: B, C

Explanation

The laptops are operating in an Ad hoc topology because they are set up to communicate directly without a central access point. Additionally, they are also using a Point-to-point topology since the connection is direct between the two devices, allowing for one-to-one communication. The other topologies do not apply as they involve multiple devices or require a central hub.