Which of the following is an advantage of bus topology?

The advantage of bus topology is that all nodes can receive data almost simultaneously. In a bus topology, all devices are connected to a single central cable, known as the bus. When one device sends a message, it travels along the bus, and all connected devices can "listen" for that message. Since the data transmits across the shared medium, it allows nodes to receive the information without needing to wait for others to finish transmitting, leading to a form of simultaneous communication for all devices on the network.

This characteristic can enhance network performance, especially in smaller setups where the number of devices is limited. However, as network size grows, the simultaneous reception of data may lead to data collisions, which can affect overall network efficiency.