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What are the three primary types of network media used to interconnect devices?
What are the three primary types of network media used to interconnect devices?
- Fiber-optic cable, wireless transmission, metal wires within cables
- Ethernet cable, USB cable, HDMI cable
- Twisted-pair cable, coaxial cable, fiber-optic cable (correct)
- Coaxial cable, Bluetooth transmission, optical cable
How is data transmitted through fiber-optic cable?
How is data transmitted through fiber-optic cable?
- Data is transmitted as magnetic fields
- Data is encoded via modulation of specific frequencies of electromagnetic waves
- Data is encoded into pulses of light (correct)
- Data is encoded into electrical impulses
What is the purpose of twisting the pairs in twisted-pair cable?
What is the purpose of twisting the pairs in twisted-pair cable?
- To increase the speed of data transmission
- To decrease the strength of the magnetic field
- To reduce the need for insulation
- To provide protection against crosstalk (correct)
Why are the magnetic fields created by two wires in an electrical circuit twisted together?
Why are the magnetic fields created by two wires in an electrical circuit twisted together?
What type of waves are modulated for wireless transmission of data?
What type of waves are modulated for wireless transmission of data?
What type of waves are modulated for wireless transmission of data?
What type of waves are modulated for wireless transmission of data?
What is the primary purpose of twisting the wires in twisted-pair cable?
What is the primary purpose of twisting the wires in twisted-pair cable?
Which type of cable is commonly used for telephone communications and modern Ethernet networks?
Which type of cable is commonly used for telephone communications and modern Ethernet networks?
What kind of impulses are used to encode data in metal wires within cables?
What kind of impulses are used to encode data in metal wires within cables?
What are the glass or plastic fibers within cables primarily used for?
What are the glass or plastic fibers within cables primarily used for?
Study Notes
Network Media Types
- Three primary types of network media: twisted-pair cable, coaxial cable, and fiber-optic cable.
Data Transmission in Fiber-Optic Cable
- Data is transmitted through fiber-optic cable using light impulses that travel along glass or plastic fibers.
Twisted-Pair Cable
- Twisting pairs in twisted-pair cable reduces electromagnetic interference and crosstalk between pairs.
Twisting Wires in Electrical Circuits
- Twisting wires creates magnetic fields that cancel each other out, enhancing signal integrity and reducing interference.
Wireless Transmission
- Radio waves are modulated for the wireless transmission of data, allowing for communication over distances without physical connections.
Encoding Data in Metal Wires
- Electrical impulses are used to encode data in metal wires within cables, facilitating data transfer in wired networks.
Glass or Plastic Fibers
- Glass or plastic fibers in fiber-optic cables are primarily used to transmit light signals, enabling high-speed data communication.
Commonly Used Cable Type
- Twisted-pair cable is commonly used for telephone communications and modern Ethernet networks due to its cost-effectiveness and sufficient performance.
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Test your knowledge of network media with this quiz! Explore the different types of network media, including twisted-pair cable, coaxial cable, fiber-optic cable, and wireless, and understand how data is transmitted across these mediums.
