Logical topology

Unlike physical topology, logical topology represents the logical aspect of the computer network. In logical topology, it is the logical paths that are used to carry electric or light signals from one computer to another, or from one network node to another node. Thus, this topology represents the way in which the data accesses the transmission medium and transmits packets through it. Figure 1.11 presents the logical topology with its logical components such as computer names, network equipment, network communication technology, and IP addresses: