2.1 Types of methods of data transmission Flashcards
What is a packet?
a small unit of data
Why does data need to be broken down into packets to be transmitted
The amount of data that is stores in a file can be very large , If you tries to transmit this data from one device to another, all at once, this just would be possible nor practical. The wires or radio used would simply not be able to accommodate sending such large amount of data at a single time. Therefore , for the data in a file needs to be broken down into packets
What are the three different sections in a packet?
Packet header
Payload
Trailer
What is a IP address?
The unique address given to a device when it is connected to a network
What is the payload?
The payload is the actual data being sent from the file
What is the Trailer?
The Trailer is a section of a packet of data that contains information about any error checking methods that may be used
What is the Packet Header?
The Packet header is a section of a packet of data that contains information about the contents of the packet and its destination
State everything the Packet header contains?
Destination address
Originators address
Packet number
What is packet switching?
a method of transmitting data packets across a network. Each data packet is able to take an individual pathway across a network
What is a Router?
A router is the device that controls which pathway will be used to transmit each packet
What is a Network?
Computers and devices that are joined together using cables or wireless technology
Which method of data transmission sends data along a single wire?
Serial
Which method of data transmission sends data multiple bits at a time?
Parallel
Which method of data transmission sends data in only one direction?
simplex
Which method of data transmission sends data both directions but not at the same time?
half-duplex
Which method of data transmission sends data both directions and at the same time?
full-duplex
Name two advantages and two disadvantages involving transmitting data using serial data transmission?
Advantages
As data is sent one bit at a time, it should arrive in order of sequence. This means there is less chance of the data being screwed
Only one wire is needed for serial transmission cable, therefore, it is cheaper to manufacture and also cheaper to buy
Disadvantages
As data is sent one bit at a time, the transmission of data will be slower
Additional data may need to be sent to indicate to the receiving device when data transmission has started and stopped. This is Called a start bit and stop bit
Name two advantages and two disadvantages involving transmitting data using Parallel data transmission?
Advantages
As data is sent multiple bit at a time, the transmission of data will be quicker
Many computers and devices use parallel data transmission to transmit data internally. Therefore ,there is no requirement to convert this to serial data transmission to transmit the data across a network
Disadvantages
As data is sent multiple bits at a time, bits do not arrive in order and need to be recorded after transmission. This increases the chance of the data being screwed
Multiple wires are needed for Parallel transmission cable, therefore, it is more expensive to manufacture and also more expensive to buy
Name all of the parts of the USB interface.
USB port
USB cable
USB Connection
USB device
Name two advantages and two disadvantages of using the USB interface
Advantages
The speed of the USB is relatively high ,so data can be transferred quickly
It is a simple interface. The USB cable to device can only fit into the USB one way. Therefore, it means less errors in connecting devices are likely to be made
Disadvantages
The length of the USB cable is limited, normally to 5 meters
The transmission speed is relatively high for a USB connection, But it isn’t as High as other types of connection, such as ethernet
