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Each cell is served by at least one fixed-location ______
Each cell is served by at least one fixed-location ______
transceiver
The base stations provide the cell with the network ______
The base stations provide the cell with the network ______
coverage
A cell typically uses a different set of ______ from neighboring cells
A cell typically uses a different set of ______ from neighboring cells
frequencies
Portable transceivers can communicate with each other and with fixed transceivers and telephones anywhere in the network, via ______
Portable transceivers can communicate with each other and with fixed transceivers and telephones anywhere in the network, via ______
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If some of the transceivers are moving through more than one ______, they can still communicate
If some of the transceivers are moving through more than one ______, they can still communicate
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Which type of network uses wireless links and is distributed over land areas called cells?
Which type of network uses wireless links and is distributed over land areas called cells?
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What do base stations provide to the cell in a cellular network?
What do base stations provide to the cell in a cellular network?
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Why do cells in a cellular network typically use different frequencies from neighboring cells?
Why do cells in a cellular network typically use different frequencies from neighboring cells?
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What types of devices can communicate with each other and with fixed transceivers and telephones in a cellular network?
What types of devices can communicate with each other and with fixed transceivers and telephones in a cellular network?
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What do cells provide when joined together in a cellular network?
What do cells provide when joined together in a cellular network?
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Study Notes
Cellular Network Basics
- Each cell is served by at least one fixed-location base station.
- Base stations provide the network connectivity and communication resources for the cell.
- Cells typically utilize a different set of frequencies than neighboring cells to minimize interference and maintain clear communication.
- Portable transceivers can communicate with each other as well as with fixed transceivers and telephones throughout the network via the established base stations.
- If some transceivers are in motion across multiple cells, they maintain communication without interruption thanks to the continuous coverage provided by the network.
Key Aspects of Cellular Networks
- Cellular networks employ wireless links, distributed over specific land areas referred to as cells.
- Each cell operates on its unique frequencies to avoid overlap, ensuring efficient use of the radio spectrum.
- In a cellular network, devices like mobile phones, laptops, and portable transceivers can interact seamlessly with both each other and fixed network components.
- When cells are interconnected in a cellular network, they provide extensive coverage and enhance the overall capacity, allowing for greater user connectivity.
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Test your knowledge of cellular networks and mobile networks with this quiz! Learn about the wireless telecommunications network that connects our devices and enables voice and data transmission.
