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Lesson 9 Data Exchange

(Student Book B Pg 11 - 14)

Starter What is the role of a CODEC? What is a CODEC another name for?
Codec is another name for a coder decoder. It is a way or encoding and then decoding.

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Explain what VoIP stands for and how it works.
VoIP is short for voice over internet protocol.
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There are three transmission modes used in communication, these are shown in the diagram
below. Explain what each is and how it operates.

Transmission Mode

Description

Simplex

Half Duplex

Duplex (Full Duplex)

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The table below shows the main transmission methods that are used. Complete the table to find
out the key details, benefits and limitations of each.

Wired
Type
Cable used

UTP / STP

Coaxial

Fibre Optic

Infrared

Microwave

Satellite

Max Speed
Max Distance
Benefits

Limitations

Example of use

Wireless
Type
Cable used

Max Speed
Max Distance
Benefits

Limitations

Example of use

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Plenary How many geostationary satellites are there in orbit and what do they provide?

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