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Data Transfer Methods
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Wireless Methods
This covers any method of transferring data across a network without using physical cables.
The most common methods are:
- WiFi
- Bluetooth
WiFi
This uses radio waves to transfer data at high speeds.
Requires a Wireless Access Point (e.g. a router).
Commonly used in home
networking to connect
mobile devices to the
internet.
Bluetooth
This uses microwaves to transfer data.
Commonly used for wireless periperhals like headphones, also for connecting 2 devices together for syncing data.
Only works over a short range and is relatively slow compared to WiFi.
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Wired Methods
This covers any method of transmitting data using physical cables.
The most common methods are:
- UTP/STP
- Fibre Optic
- Coaxial
UTP/STP
Pairs of copper wires that are twisted together.
Commonly used in LANs for connecting PCs to a router or switch.
+ very low cost & easy to
install.
- only useful over short
distances & susceptible
to interference.
Fibre Optic
Uses glass or plastic fibres to transmit data.
Used at the centre of our telephone network system & connects the ISP to local exchange.
+ High speed & long range.
- Very expensive.
Coaxial
A solid centre wire surrounded by insulation & a grounded copper braided outer cable.
Used for connecting your TV to a satellite dish.
+ Reliable, little impact from interference.
- Limited bandwidth and difficult to work
with due to thickness.