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What is a digital signal?

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A digital signal is a type of signal that represents data as discrete values, typically in binary code (0s and 1s).

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What is an analog signal?

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An analog signal is a type of signal that changes continuously and can take on any value within a given range.

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Give an example of an analog signal.

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VHS Tape is an example of an analog signal.

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What is binary code?

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Binary code is a system of representing text or computer processor instructions using the binary number system, which uses only two symbols: 0 and 1.

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What is the main disadvantage of using radio waves for communication?

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Radio waves lose energy as they travel through mediums.

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Are radio waves an example of a digital signal?

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No, radio waves are not a digital signal; they are an analog signal.

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What does it mean for a signal to change continuously?

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It means that the signal can take on any value within a range, characteristic of analog signals.

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How do hard drives and USB drives store data?

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They store data using binary code.

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What is the difference between digital and analog signals?

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Digital signals represent data in discrete values, while analog signals represent data in continuous values.

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What is an example of a digital storage medium?

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Blu-Ray DVD is an example of a digital storage medium.