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What does data communication refer to?
What does data communication refer to?
- Connecting people with people, ideas, and opportunities
- Communication at a distance
- Sending messages using telephony, telegraphy, and television
- Transmitting and receiving data between devices over a communication channel (correct)
How many components are there in a Data Communications system?
How many components are there in a Data Communications system?
- Four
- Six
- Five (correct)
- Seven
What does the term 'telecommunication' mean?
What does the term 'telecommunication' mean?
- Connecting people with opportunities
- Far distance communication
- Communication involving telephony, telegraphy, and television (correct)
- Transmitting data between devices
What is the main goal of networking?
What is the main goal of networking?
What is the function of a router in a network?
What is the function of a router in a network?
Which device connects to an internet service provider (ISP) to provide internet access to a network?
Which device connects to an internet service provider (ISP) to provide internet access to a network?
What is the primary function of a modem in a network setup?
What is the primary function of a modem in a network setup?
How do protocols contribute to data communications?
How do protocols contribute to data communications?
What is the function of a repeater in a network?
What is the function of a repeater in a network?
What distinguishes a hub from a repeater in a network?
What distinguishes a hub from a repeater in a network?
Which networking device allows Wi-Fi devices to connect to a wired network?
Which networking device allows Wi-Fi devices to connect to a wired network?
What is the main purpose of a network interface card (NIC)?
What is the main purpose of a network interface card (NIC)?
What is the purpose of Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)?
What is the purpose of Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)?
What is the function of a MAC address?
What is the function of a MAC address?
Why is Port Address Translation (PAT) considered the most common way of transferring data?
Why is Port Address Translation (PAT) considered the most common way of transferring data?
What is the role of a port number in networking?
What is the role of a port number in networking?
