Terms Associated With Data Communication Flashcards
1
Q
What is “Upload”
A
Process by which one computer sends data to another on the network
2
Q
What is “Download”
A
Process by which a computer receives data from another on the network.
3
Q
Point to point transmission
A
Process by which data is sent from one computer to another from a direct link
4
Q
Broadcast transmission
A
Process by which one computer transmits data and information to several others connected to it on a network
5
Q
Bulletin board
A
An online space where users can upload and download messages or files, usually connecting remotely
6
Q
What is an email
A
A method of communication that allows users to send messages and files over a network
7
Q
What are protocols
A
Rules governing communication of data in a network
