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What is the main difference between wired and wireless transmission mediums?
What is the main difference between wired and wireless transmission mediums?
- Wired transmission mediums use physical cables, while wireless transmission mediums use electromagnetic waves. (correct)
- Wired transmission mediums are less susceptible to interference, while wireless transmission mediums use fiber optic cables.
- Wired transmission mediums are more secure, while wireless transmission mediums are faster.
- Wired transmission mediums are guided, while wireless transmission mediums are unguided.
Why are wired transmission mediums generally considered more secure?
Why are wired transmission mediums generally considered more secure?
- They use fiber optic cables for data transmission.
- They are less susceptible to interference.
- They require physical cables for data transfer. (correct)
- They have faster data transmission speeds.
Which type of cable is commonly used in cable TV systems and broadband internet connections?
Which type of cable is commonly used in cable TV systems and broadband internet connections?
- Fiber optic cables
- Coaxial cables (correct)
- Ethernet cables
- Twisted pair cables
What is the main advantage of using fiber optic cables in data transmission?
What is the main advantage of using fiber optic cables in data transmission?
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In what way do guided and unguided transmission mediums differ?
In what way do guided and unguided transmission mediums differ?
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Why are twisted pair cables commonly used in LANs and telephone systems?
Why are twisted pair cables commonly used in LANs and telephone systems?
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