Basics of Computer Communications Quiz
19 Questions
3 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary function of connection devices in a communication system?

  • To precisely define how the message will be sent across the communication channel
  • To act as an interface between sending and receiving devices and the communication channel (correct)
  • To convert from digital to analog and vice versa
  • To originate and accept messages in the form of data, information, and/or instructions

    • Which type of modem is typically connected to the system unit through a USB port?

  • Cable Modem
  • Telephone Modem (correct)
  • DSL (digital subscriber line) modem
  • Wireless Modem

    • What does a DSL modem use to create a high-speed connection directly to the phone company’s offices?

  • Coaxial cable
  • Fiber-optic cable
  • Standard phone lines (correct)
  • Twisted pair

    • What is the primary function of a cable modem?

    <p>To create high-speed connections using the system unit's USB or Ethernet port</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are data transmission specifications in a communication system?

    <p>Rules and procedures that coordinate the sending and receiving devices by precisely defining how the message will be sent across the communication channel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the actual connecting or transmission medium that carries the message in a communication system?

    <p>Physical wire or cable, or wireless medium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a wireless modem?

    <p>To provide very portable high-speed connectivity from virtually anywhere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of computer communications?

    <p>Sending and receiving electronic documents via e-mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of connectivity in computer networks?

    <p>Linking people and resources using computer networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accurately describes electronic systems in the context of communication systems?

    <p>Systems that transmit data electronically from one location to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of Internet telephone in computer communications?

    <p>Utilizing electronic voice and video to provide low-cost alternatives to long-distance calls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accurately describes the process of texting in computer communications?

    <p>Efficiently enabling direct text communication between individuals using short electronic messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In computer communications, what is the primary function of e-mail?

    <p>Sending and receiving electronic documents efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is computer communications?

    <p>The process of sharing data, programs, and information between two or more computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provides a fast, efficient alternative to traditional mail by sending and receiving electronic documents?

    <p>E-mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept is related to using computer networks to link people and resources?

    <p>Connectivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does connectivity allow you to do?

    <p>Connect your microcomputer to other computers and information sources almost anywhere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are communication systems?

    <p>Electronic systems that transmit data from one location to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provides very efficient direct text communication between individuals using short electronic messages?

    <p>Texting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Connection Devices in Communication Systems

    • The primary function of connection devices is to connect and transmit data between devices in a communication system.

    Modem Types

    • A USB modem is typically connected to the system unit through a USB port.
    • A DSL modem uses a phone line to create a high-speed connection directly to the phone company's offices.
    • The primary function of a cable modem is to provide a high-speed internet connection through a cable television network.

    Data Transmission

    • Data transmission specifications define the speed and quality of data transmission in a communication system.
    • The actual connecting or transmission medium that carries the message in a communication system is the physical or wireless medium, such as a phone line or Wi-Fi.

    Wireless Modem

    • The primary function of a wireless modem is to provide a wireless internet connection.

    Characteristics of Computer Communications

    • One characteristic of computer communications is the ability to transmit data quickly and efficiently.

    Purpose of Connectivity

    • The primary purpose of connectivity in computer networks is to enable communication and data transfer between devices.

    Electronic Systems

    • Electronic systems in the context of communication systems are computer-based systems that enable data transmission and communication.

    Internet Telephone

    • A key characteristic of Internet telephone in computer communications is the ability to make voice calls over the internet.

    Texting

    • The process of texting in computer communications involves sending and receiving short electronic messages, known as text messages.

    E-mail

    • The primary function of e-mail in computer communications is to send and receive electronic documents, providing a fast and efficient alternative to traditional mail.

    Computer Communications

    • Computer communications refer to the process of transmitting and receiving data, including text, images, and voice, between devices using computer networks.

    Communication Systems

    • Communication systems are networks of devices that enable data transmission and communication between individuals and devices.

    Connectivity

    • Connectivity allows you to communicate and share data with others, and to access and share resources, such as files and devices.

    Text Messaging

    • Text messaging provides a very efficient direct text communication between individuals using short electronic messages.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    Test your knowledge about computer communications including the process of sharing data, programs, and information between computers, as well as the use of methods like email and texting for electronic communication.

    More Like This

    Introduction to Computer Communications Quiz
    16 questions

    Introduction to Computer Communications Quiz

    PhenomenalArtDeco avatar
    PhenomenalArtDeco
    Computer Network Chapter One Quiz
    29 questions

    Computer Network Chapter One Quiz

    FirstRateElder avatar
    FirstRateElder
    Understanding Networks
    18 questions

    Understanding Networks

    SmarterNewOrleans avatar
    SmarterNewOrleans
    Data Communications and Computer Networks
    40 questions

    Data Communications and Computer Networks

    HospitableSilver2744 avatar
    HospitableSilver2744
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser