Which of the following network topologies is MOST likely to affect other devices on the network if there is a problem with one of the devices?

Mesh topology provides multiple redundant paths between devices, so a single device failure does not disrupt the rest of the network.

In a bus topology, devices are passive taps on a shared cable, so a single device failure typically does not prevent other devices from communicating.

Ring topology passes data from node to node in a circular path, meaning every device in the ring is part of the single data path. If any one device fails or is removed, the entire ring is broken and no other devices can communicate until the fault is resolved.

Star topology uses a central switch or hub, so a single end-device failure only isolates that one device and does not affect others.