describe how a network transmits data using a token?
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When a computer has data to transmit, it waits until the token is available. The computer then takes control of the token and transmits a data packet. When it's done, it releases the token to the network. Then the next computer grabs the token if it has data to transmit
Token Ring :
Token Ring topology provides a mechanism for ring failover operation. For example, consider the topology in Figure 7.24 as having each MAU on a separate floor in a building.
A break in the cabling somewhere between floors will produce a loopback or “C” configuration, as shown in Figure 7.25. The cable connected from ring-out of MAU 2 to ring-in of MAU 3 is broken. The MAUs respond by looping back the signal. The ring continues to function in this manner until the cable segment can be repaired.