Understanding Modems: Types and Functions
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What is the primary function of a modem?

  • Modulating digital data into analog signals for transmission (correct)
  • Determining the data transfer speed between devices
  • Converting analog signals to digital signals
  • Establishing connection using a standard telephone line

    • What role do modems play in connectivity?

  • Converting analog signals to digital signals
  • Establishing connection using a standard telephone line
  • Serving as a bridge between digital devices and analog signals (correct)
  • Determining the data transfer speed between devices

    • Which protocol is commonly associated with dial-up modems?

  • DOCSIS
  • Ethernet
  • V.92 (correct)
  • Bluetooth

    • What type of modems offer lower speeds, usually up to 56 Kbps?

    <p>Dial-Up modems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a modem in the context of data transfer?

    <p>Modulating digital data into analog signals for transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a modem in the context of data transfer?

    <p>Encoding digital data into analog signals for transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which communication protocol is commonly associated with cable broadband modems?

    <p>DOCSIS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do modems play in traditional communication infrastructure?

    <p>Acting as a bridge between digital devices and analog signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of modems establishes a connection using a standard telephone line?

    <p>Dial-up modems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a modem's adherence to specific communication protocols and standards?

    <p>Ensuring compatibility between different devices and networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a modem in traditional communication infrastructure?

    <p>Acting as a bridge between digital devices and analog signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is commonly associated with cable broadband modems?

    <p>DOCSIS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of modems offer higher speeds for internet access?

    <p>Broadband modems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a dial-up modem?

    <p>Establishing a connection using a standard telephone line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of modems offers lower speeds, usually up to 56 Kbps?

    <p>Dial-up modems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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