Communication Transmission System Overview
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Which of the following is NOT a key component of a communication transmission system?

  • Receiver
  • Transmitter
  • Communication Protocol
  • Signal Source (correct)

    • What is the role of a communication protocol in a communication transmission system?

  • To provide a physical channel for signal transmission.
  • To decode and interpret signals.
  • To define data format and transmission rules. (correct)
  • To encode and send signals.

    • Which type of communication transmission involves using light waves to carry data?

  • Optical (correct)
  • Hybrid
  • Wireless
  • Wired

    • Which of these functions is NOT a core function of a communication transmission system?

    <p>Data storage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a communication transmission system?

    <p>Power grid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a transmitter in a communication transmission system?

    <p>To convert data into a transmittable signal. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of wired communication transmission?

    <p>Coaxial cable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a receiver in a communication transmission system?

    <p>To convert received signals back into understandable data. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these individuals is credited with pioneering wireless transmission?

    <p>Guglielmo Marconi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key advancement during the "Digital Revolution" that enabled packet switching?

    <p>Internet Protocol (IP) Networks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what decade did the first mobile phone call take place?

    <p>1980s (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary benefit of introducing Digital Signal Processing in the 1970s?

    <p>Improving transmission quality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enabled high-capacity transmission during the "Analog Era"?

    <p>Microwave Transmission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category used to classify communication transmission lines?

    <p>Signal Strength (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data rate is typically associated with fiber optic cables?

    <p>Very High-Speed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is an example of a communication transmission line categorized as "Medium-Speed"?

    <p>DSL (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these early communication methods predate the 1800s?

    <p>Optical Telegraphy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of transmission line is used for CCTV and video conferencing?

    <p>Mesh (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology originated in the 1950s and was initially proposed by Charles K. Kao?

    <p>Fiber Optics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these characteristics is NOT used to categorize a communication transmission line?

    <p>Frequency Band (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A communication transmission line that connects one central node to multiple other nodes is categorized as what?

    <p>Point-to-Multi-Point (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a source or reference used for information about communication transmission systems?

    <p>International Telecommunication Union (ITU) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which industry standard is primarily associated with copper cabling?

    <p>ANSI/TIA-568 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these technologies emerged during the "Analog Era" (1900s-1970s)?

    <p>Satellite Communication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following key milestones in communication transmission involved connecting Europe and North America?

    <p>First Transatlantic Cable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of wired communication transmission line based on physical characteristics?

    <p>Microwave (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology utilizes light for high-speed data transmission?

    <p>Li-Fi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency range of Very High Frequency (VHF)?

    <p>30 MHz - 300 MHz (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of wireless communication transmission line based on transmission medium?

    <p>Copper (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these communication technologies is NOT categorized under broadband networks?

    <p>Wi-Fi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a future development in communication transmission?

    <p>Free space optics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key milestone that revolutionized communication by establishing the World Wide Web?

    <p>World Wide Web (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a technical disadvantage of communication transmission?

    <p>Social Isolation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consequence of information overload caused by communication transmission?

    <p>Increased Productivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an advantage of communication transmission?

    <p>Signal interference (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disadvantage of communication transmission related to physical infrastructure?

    <p>Dependence on infrastructure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of communication transmission in terms of business?

    <p>Social connectivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option best describes the technical disadvantage of 'bandwidth limitations' in communication transmission?

    <p>Data transmission capacity constraints (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is NOT a potential consequence of over-reliance on digital communication?

    <p>Increased work efficiency (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an advantage of communication transmission related to global connectivity?

    <p>Environmental Impact (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Communication Transmission System and Antenna - Introduction

    • Communication Transmission System is a system designed to transmit information between a source and a destination via a channel. Various technologies, protocols, and networks are utilized to ensure reliable, efficient data exchange.
    • A communication transmission system encompasses hardware, software, and infrastructure necessary for conveying various communication signals (voice, data, text, images, video) between multiple points using electrical, optical, or wireless signals.
    • Key components of a communication transmission system include:
      • Transmitter: Encodes and sends signals
      • Transmission Medium: Physical channel (wire, fiber, air)
      • Receiver: Decodes and interprets signals
      • Communication Protocol: Defines data format and rules for transmission
      • Network Infrastructure: Supports transmission and routing of signals

    Types of Communication Transmission

    • Wired: Fiber optic, coaxial, twisted pair
    • Wireless: Radio frequency, microwave, satellite
    • Optical: Fiber optic
    • Hybrid: Combination of wired and wireless options

    Functions of Communication Transmission

    • Signal Transmission
    • Data Encoding/Decoding
    • Error Detection/Correction
    • Flow Control
    • Network Management

    Examples of Communication Transmission Systems

    • Telecommunication Networks
    • Computer Networks
    • Internet
    • Radio Broadcasting
    • Satellite Communication Systems

    Advantages of Communication Transmission

    • Global Connectivity: Enables communication across geographical boundaries.
    • Instantaneous Communication: Real-time information exchange.
    • Increased Productivity: Enhances business operations and decision-making.
    • Cost-Effective: Reduces communication costs.
    • Access to Information: Facilitates the sharing of knowledge.
    • Improved Customer Service: Enhanced customer engagement
    • Remote Collaboration: Enables remote work and teamwork.
    • Economic Growth: Stimulates economic development.
    • Social Connectivity: Fosters global relationships
    • Disaster Recovery: Enables emergency communication

    Disadvantages of Communication Transmission

    • Security Risks: Vulnerable to hacking, eavesdropping, and data breaches.
    • Signal Interference: Physical obstructions, noise, and interference.
    • Transmission Delays: Latency and packet loss.
    • Dependence on Infrastructure: Requires maintenance and upgrades
    • Environmental Impact: Energy consumption, e-waste
    • Social Isolation: Over-reliance on digital communication
    • Information Overload: Data saturation
    • Technical Issues: Equipment failures, software glitches
    • Regulatory Challenges: Compliance with various laws and regulations
    • Cyberbullying: Online harassment

    Technical Disadvantages of Communication Transmission

    • Attenuation: Signal weakening over distance.
    • Noise: Electromagnetic interference.
    • Multipath Fading: Signal distortion.
    • Bandwidth Limitations: Data transmission capacity constraints.
    • Packet Loss: Data transmission errors

    Background of Communication Transmission

    • Early Beginnings (Pre-1800s)

      • Ancient Civilizations (e.g., Greeks using optical telegraphy).
      • Drum-based communication (e.g., African tribes).
      • Optical Telegraphy (e.g., Chinese using smoke signals).

    • Electrical Communication (1800s-1900s)

      • Telegraph (1837)
      • Telephone (1876)
      • Wireless Telegraphy (1895)
      • Coaxial Cables (1880)

    • Analog Era (1900s-1970s)

      • Radio Communication
      • Microwave Transmission
      • Satellite Communication

    • Digital Revolution (1970s-1990s)

      • Digital Signal Processing
      • Fiber-Optic Cables
      • Internet Protocol (IP) Networks
      • Cellular Networks

    • Modern Era (2000s-Present)

      • Broadband Networks (DSL, cable, fiber-optic)
      • Wireless Networks (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, 5G)
      • Cloud Computing
      • Internet of Things

    Categorization of Communication Transmission Lines

    • Physical characteristics (wired, wireless, optical)
    • Transmission medium (copper, fiber optic, wireless, satellite)
    • Frequency range (LF, MF, HF, VHF, UHF, SHF)
    • Network topology (point-to-point, point-to-multi-point, mesh)
    • Data rate (low-speed, medium-speed, high-speed, very high-speed)
    • Application (telephony, data communication, video transmission, broadband)
    • Industry Standards (IEEE 802.3, ITU-T G.652, 3GPP, ANSI/TIA-568)

    Sources and References

    • IEEE Communications Society
    • International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
    • Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
    • Books on Communication Systems
    • Relevant Publications from IEEE, AT&T

    Future Developments

    • 6G Networks
    • Quantum Communication
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Network Management
    • Li-Fi

    Key Milestones

    • First Transatlantic Cable
    • First Commercial Satellite
    • First Mobile Phone Call
    • World Wide Web

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