topology
/təˈpɑlədʒi/
noun
- The branch of mathematics that studies the properties of shapes and spaces that are preserved under continuous deformations such as stretching, twisting, and bending.
- She decided to take a course in topology to understand the shape of the universe better.
- One famous problem in topology is the Poincaré conjecture, which was solved in 2003.
- Topology is sometimes called 'rubber-sheet geometry' because it allows stretching without tearing.
- The arrangement or structure of the parts of a system, especially a computer network, in terms of their connections.
- The network topology of the office is a star, with all computers connected to a central hub.
- Changing the topology of the circuit improved its efficiency.
- A bus topology connects all devices along a single cable.