Chapter 8 Flashcards
Wireless
Communication using electromagnetic waves to transmit signals between devices
Mobile
Something that moves or changes its location over time
Mobile Computing
A wireless, real-time connection between a mobile device and other computing systems, like the internet or an intranet
Mobile Commerce (M-Commerce)
E-commerce transactions done using a mobile device
Wireless Device Advantages
Portable
Enough Computing Power
Wireless Connection
Dematerialization
When multiple physical devices’ functions are combined into one device
Downside of Smartphones
Confidential Info Leak
Scam Calls
Types of Wireless Transmission Media
Microwave
Satellite
Radio
Microwave Transmission
A wireless system for high-volume, long-distance communication between two points
Disadvantages of Microwave Transmission
Unobstructed Line of Sight
Environmental Interference
Satellite Transmission
A wireless system that uses satellites to transmit broadcast communications
Satellite Transmission Disadvantage
Expensive
Unobstructive Line of Sight
Signal Delay
Need Security Encryption
Types of Telecommunications Satellites
GEO
MEO
LEO
Propagation Delay:
The delay in communication caused by the time it takes for a signal to travel through a medium
Global Positioning System (GPS)
A wireless system that uses satellites to help users determine their location anywhere on Earth
Internet over Satellite (IoS)
In areas where installing cables is too costly or impossible, IoS allows users to access the internet via GEO satellites using a dish mounted on their homes
Commercial Imaging
This involves using small satellites, called nanosatellites, to capture images from orbit
Radio Transmission
Uses radio waves to send data directly between transmitters and receivers
Radio Transmission Advantages
Passes Through Walls
Cheap and Simple
High Speeds