Types Of Transmission Media Pt.2 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the types of wireless media?
A
Radio Waves
Microwaves
Infrared
Satellite
2
Q
What are radio waves?
A
electromagnetic waves between frequency 3 hertz and 300 gigahertz used in broadcasting and wifi
3
Q
What are microwaves?
A
These use high frequency radio waves to transmit data over long distances
4
Q
What are infrared waves?
A
It transmits data through invisible light waves in the infrared spectrum, similar to a TV remote.
5
Q
What are satellite waves?
A
Satellite transmission is the process of sending and receiving signals between a ground station and a satellite in space.
6
Q
What are satellites used for?
A
They are used for GPS and global communication.
