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What are the fundamental characteristics of a data communications system?

The fundamental characteristics of a data communications system are delivery, accuracy, timeliness, and jitter.

What is data communications?

Data communications refers to the exchange of data between two devices via a transmission medium.

What is meant by 'delivery' in a data communications system?

Delivery in a data communications system refers to the successful transfer of data to the correct destination.

Why is accuracy important in data communications?

<p>Accuracy is important in data communications because data that has been altered in transmission and left uncorrected becomes unusable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of hardware and software in a communication system?

<p>Hardware and software are both essential components of a communication system, with hardware referring to physical equipment and software referring to programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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