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What is the primary goal of Shannon’s communication theory?
What is the primary goal of Shannon’s communication theory?
Which of the following components is NOT part of Shannon’s model of a digital communication system?
Which of the following components is NOT part of Shannon’s model of a digital communication system?
In Shannon's definition of communication, what does he consider irrelevant to the engineering problem?
In Shannon's definition of communication, what does he consider irrelevant to the engineering problem?
What is the significance of Claude Shannon's 1948 paper?
What is the significance of Claude Shannon's 1948 paper?
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What does Shannon’s model of digital communication illustrate?
What does Shannon’s model of digital communication illustrate?
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What major channel impairment is discussed in computer network communications?
What major channel impairment is discussed in computer network communications?
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How is packet loss represented in terms of probability in a binary erasure channel?
How is packet loss represented in terms of probability in a binary erasure channel?
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What is the resulting packet loss rate when the original network has a packet loss rate of $p=0.25$ and each symbol is repeated four times?
What is the resulting packet loss rate when the original network has a packet loss rate of $p=0.25$ and each symbol is repeated four times?
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What was Alice's transmission rate after repeating each transmission four times given the original rate of 8 Mbps?
What was Alice's transmission rate after repeating each transmission four times given the original rate of 8 Mbps?
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According to Shannon's Channel Coding Theorem, reliable communication is feasible if the data rate is below which calculated capacity?
According to Shannon's Channel Coding Theorem, reliable communication is feasible if the data rate is below which calculated capacity?
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What happens when all four symbols transmitted by Alice are erased?
What happens when all four symbols transmitted by Alice are erased?
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What is Shannon's implication when he states, 'Give me a channel and I can compute a quantity called capacity, C'?
What is Shannon's implication when he states, 'Give me a channel and I can compute a quantity called capacity, C'?
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What coding scheme is suggested to achieve communication rates that stay below channel capacity?
What coding scheme is suggested to achieve communication rates that stay below channel capacity?
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What does 'Zip' refer to in the context of Data Compression?
What does 'Zip' refer to in the context of Data Compression?
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Which coding theory is represented by 'RS' in the context of CD/DVD?
Which coding theory is represented by 'RS' in the context of CD/DVD?
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Which process does 'Unzip' refer to?
Which process does 'Unzip' refer to?
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What is the primary focus of Shannon's original 1948 Theory?
What is the primary focus of Shannon's original 1948 Theory?
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What type of code does 'CC' refer to in cellular networks?
What type of code does 'CC' refer to in cellular networks?
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In terms of information theory, what does the addition of CRC allow?
In terms of information theory, what does the addition of CRC allow?
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What is the core purpose of channel coding theory?
What is the core purpose of channel coding theory?
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How does Shannon suggest measuring information?
How does Shannon suggest measuring information?
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What is the formula for channel capacity in relation to signal to noise ratio?
What is the formula for channel capacity in relation to signal to noise ratio?
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Which of the following codes is not mentioned as a type of good code discovered?
Which of the following codes is not mentioned as a type of good code discovered?
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Which data rate is specified for the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter's communication?
Which data rate is specified for the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter's communication?
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In the context of space communication, which frequency was used by Mariner 4?
In the context of space communication, which frequency was used by Mariner 4?
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Which technology is indicated to have utilized the Channel Coding Theorem for VCD/DVD?
Which technology is indicated to have utilized the Channel Coding Theorem for VCD/DVD?
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What compression type was employed for the Mars Exploration Rovers' communication?
What compression type was employed for the Mars Exploration Rovers' communication?
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Which application does NOT fall under Shannon Theory's applications?
Which application does NOT fall under Shannon Theory's applications?
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What type of coding was used in the 2006 Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter communication?
What type of coding was used in the 2006 Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter communication?
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What is the entropy function H(X) used to measure?
What is the entropy function H(X) used to measure?
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If H(X) for tossing a dice is approximately 2.585 bits, how many bits are needed to store the outcomes of 1,000,000 tosses according to Shannon's theorem?
If H(X) for tossing a dice is approximately 2.585 bits, how many bits are needed to store the outcomes of 1,000,000 tosses according to Shannon's theorem?
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What does Shannon's First Source Coding Theorem state about information storage?
What does Shannon's First Source Coding Theorem state about information storage?
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What is the optimal compression ratio achieved using Shannon's method compared to original file size?
What is the optimal compression ratio achieved using Shannon's method compared to original file size?
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What is one application in which Huffman codes are used?
What is one application in which Huffman codes are used?
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How did David Huffman contribute to information theory?
How did David Huffman contribute to information theory?
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If information from tossing a dice is compressed to yield a file size of 2,585,000 bits, what percentage of the original file size of 8,000,000 bits is retained?
If information from tossing a dice is compressed to yield a file size of 2,585,000 bits, what percentage of the original file size of 8,000,000 bits is retained?
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What is the calculated value of H(X) for tossing a fair dice?
What is the calculated value of H(X) for tossing a fair dice?
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Study Notes
Claude Shannon and Information Theory
- Claude Shannon, known as the father of digital communication, published "A Mathematical Theory of Communication" in 1948.
- Shannon's work laid the foundation for modern digital communication systems.
Digital Communication Model
- Consists of a Source, Encoder, Communication Channel, Decoder, and Destination.
- Encodes messages from human-readable symbols to binary sequences and vice versa.
Key Concepts in Communication
- Shannon defined communication as the challenge of accurately reproducing messages from one point to another.
- He aimed to transmit data reliably and at the maximum possible rate.
Measurement of Information
- Introduced the concept of measuring information in bits using the entropy function:
- ( H(X) = -\sum p(x) \log_2 p(x) )
- For a six-sided die, the information produced is approximately 2.585 bits.
Source Coding Theorem
- Shannon posited that to reliably store information from a random source, no more than ( H(X) ) bits are needed per outcome.
- Example: Storing 1,000,000 outcomes could be compressed to approximately 2,585,000 bits instead of 8,000,000 bits.
Compression Techniques
- David Huffman developed Huffman coding in 1952, achieving optimal compression ratios.
- Huffman codes are widely used in various digital data applications such as fax machines and HDTV.
Channel Impairment and Packet Loss
- In computer networks, packet loss is a significant communication challenge.
- Strategies for dealing with lost data involve erasure channels, where lost data cannot be recovered.
Shannon’s Channel Coding Theorem
- Shannon introduced the concept of channel capacity ( C ), which dictates that reliable communication is possible if the data rate is below ( C ).
- The formula for channel capacity in terms of signal-to-noise ratio is ( C = B \log_2 (S/N) ).
Codes for Reliable Communication
- Development of various coding techniques has progressed since Shannon's original theory, enhancing reliable communication.
- Examples include Hamming codes, Reed-Solomon codes, Turbo codes, and more.
Applications of Information Theory
- Information theory is foundational in various fields, including:
- Telecommunications (e.g., VCD/DVD, wireless communication)
- Data compression (e.g., JPEG 2000, MP3)
- Space communication (e.g., various missions to Mars)
- Broader disciplines such as economics, cryptography, and biology.
Modern Relevance
- Shannon's theories continue to impact technical and non-technical fields, enabling advancements in data transmission and compression technologies.
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Explore the foundational concepts of Information Theory as articulated by Claude Shannon in his influential 1948 paper. This quiz covers key components like digital communication models and the encoding process of messages. Test your understanding of how information is processed and transmitted in modern communication systems.
