Data Communication And Components Flashcards

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What is data communication?

A

The exchange of data between two or more computers via a transmission medium
(Cables or wireless signals)

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What are the components of data communication?

A

Sender
Receiver
Transmission medium
Message
Protocol

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What is the sender?

A

Sends data (example computer or phone)

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What is the receiver?

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Receives data (example computer printer)

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What is the transmission medium

A

The channel that carries data (wired or wireless)

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What is the message?

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Information being sent (examples text audio video)

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What is the protocol?

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Rules governing communication between devices

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