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Which of the following best describes 'information transmission'?
Which of the following best describes 'information transmission'?
- The act of keeping information secure from unauthorized access.
- The process of sending and receiving information from one place to another at a specific time. (correct)
- The use of modern gadgets for communication.
- A method of storing large amounts of data for future use.
What is a primary characteristic of ancient methods of information transmission?
What is a primary characteristic of ancient methods of information transmission?
- Utilization of methods like town criers and smoke signals. (correct)
- Use of electronic devices with high processing power.
- Encryption of messages for privacy.
- Heavy reliance on digital networks and satellites.
Which of the following means are used to transfer information?
Which of the following means are used to transfer information?
- Ancient source
- Modern source
- Both ancient and mordern source (correct)
- None of the above
What role did 'metal gongs' play in earlier eras?
What role did 'metal gongs' play in earlier eras?
Which of the following is an example of visual communication used in ancient methods of transmitting information?
Which of the following is an example of visual communication used in ancient methods of transmitting information?
What does 'information transmission' involve beyond simply sending a message?
What does 'information transmission' involve beyond simply sending a message?
In what context would 'flags or flashing lights' be used as an ancient source of information?
In what context would 'flags or flashing lights' be used as an ancient source of information?
Why are communication media or gadgets important in transferring information?
Why are communication media or gadgets important in transferring information?
Which of the following is MOST accurate about means of communication?
Which of the following is MOST accurate about means of communication?
Imagine ancient methods needed to convey an urgent message across a valley. Which method would be LEAST reliable?
Imagine ancient methods needed to convey an urgent message across a valley. Which method would be LEAST reliable?
Flashcards
Information Transmission
Information Transmission
The process of sending and receiving information from one place to another at a particular time.
Information Transmission
Information Transmission
The transfer of information from one source to a destination through communication media or gadgets.
Ancient sources of Information
Ancient sources of Information
Methods used in the past for transmitting information from person to person and place to place.
Examples of ancient information source
Examples of ancient information source
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Study Notes
- Information transmission is the process of sending and receiving information from one place to another at a particular point in time.
- It is the transfer of information from one source to a destination through communication media or gadgets.
- There are two means of information: ancient and modern sources.
Ancient Source of Information
- These are methods that were used in the past for transmitting information from person to person and from one place to another at a particular time.
- Examples of ancient sources:
- Town crier
- Metal gong
- Fire lighting
- Flags or flashing lights
- Bird
- Drum
- Horn
- Smoke
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