Recall & Review
beginner
What is transmission media in computer networks?
Transmission media is the physical path or channel through which data travels from one device to another in a network.
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beginner
Name two main types of transmission media.
The two main types are wired (guided) media and wireless (unguided) media.
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beginner
Give an example of wired transmission media.
Examples include twisted pair cables, coaxial cables, and fiber optic cables.
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beginner
What is wireless transmission media?
Wireless transmission media uses air or space to transmit data signals without physical cables, such as radio waves, microwaves, and infrared.
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Why might wireless media be preferred over wired media?
Wireless media allows mobility, easier installation, and can cover large areas without cables, but may be less secure and more prone to interference.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of wired transmission media?
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Radio waves are a form of wireless transmission media, not wired.
What type of transmission media uses air to send signals?
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Wireless media transmits data through air or space without cables.
Which wired media offers the highest speed and least signal loss?
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Fiber optic cables use light to transmit data, providing very high speed and low loss.
Which is a disadvantage of wireless transmission media?
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Wireless signals can be affected by interference from other devices or obstacles.
Which transmission media is best for long-distance, high-speed communication?
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Fiber optic cables are ideal for long distances and high-speed data transfer.
Explain the difference between wired and wireless transmission media.
Think about how data travels physically in each type.
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List common examples of wired transmission media and describe one key feature of each.
Focus on what makes each cable type unique.
You got /3 concepts.