2.2 Data Transmission

What is the primary function of data transmission in a network?

• • To store data securely

• • To transfer data from one location to another

• • To compress data for efficient storage

• • To analyze data for patterns

In data transmission, what does the term "bandwidth" refer to?

• • The maximum distance data can travel

• • The amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given time

• • The type of data being transmitted

• • The physical medium used for transmission

Which protocol is commonly used to ensure reliable data transmission over the Internet?

• HTTP

• FTP

• TCP

• DNS

Which of the following is NOT a common method of data transmission?

• • Optical fiber

• • Ethernet

• • Cloud computing

• • Wi-Fi

What is the main advantage of using optical fiber for data transmission?

• • Lower cost compared to other methods

• • Higher data security

• • Faster transmission speeds over long distances

• • Easier installation process

Which of the following protocols is responsible for breaking data into packets for transmission?

• FTP

• HTTP

• TCP

• DNS

Which protocol is used to retrieve emails from a mail server?

• SMTP

• POP3

• HTTP

• FTP

What does the "IP" in the IP protocol stand for?

• • Internet Procedure

• • Internet Protocol

• • Interconnected Pathway

• • Information Packet

Which protocol is used to securely transfer files over the internet?

• HTTP

• FTP

• HTTPS

• SFTP

Which of the following is an example of guided transmission media?

• Radio waves

• Optical fiber

• Infrared

• Microwave