Name: Coronado, Earl David C.

Date: 11 - 13 -
2023
Section: BSIT - 1D Subject: ITE 3

1. What is a Wireless LAN?

A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is a type of local area network that uses
wireless communication to connect devices within a limited geographical area, such as
a home, office, or campus. WLANs use radio waves or infrared signals to transmit and
receive data wirelessly, eliminating the need for physical cables.

2. What is a Communication System?

A communication system is a set of devices and networks that facilitate the

transmission of information from one point to another. It typically involves a
transmitter that encodes the information, a transmission medium through which the
information is sent, and a receiver that decodes the information at the destination.
Communication systems can be wired or wireless.

3. What are the Types of Signals?

There are various types of signals, broadly categorized as:

- Analog Signals: Continuous signals that vary smoothly and can take any value within
a given range.
- Digital Signals: Discrete signals that represent information in binary form (0s and 1s).

4. What is the Transmission Media Used to Transmit Data?

Transmission media are the physical pathways through which data is transmitted. Some
types include:

- Wireless Transmission: Uses radio waves or infrared signals.

- Twisted Pair Cables: Commonly used in telephone lines and local area networks.
- Coaxial Cables: Consists of a central conductor surrounded by insulating material
and a metallic shield.
- Optical Fiber: Uses light signals transmitted through glass or plastic fibers.
- Satellite Communication: Utilizes satellites to relay signals over long distances.
5. What are the Network Transport Standards?

Network transport standards define how data is transmitted across networks. Common
transport layer protocols include:

- Transmission Control Protocol (TCP): Ensures reliable, ordered, and error-checked

delivery of data.
- User Datagram Protocol (UDP): Provides a connectionless and lightweight
communication method.

6. What are the Wireless Networking Standards?

Wireless networking standards define the specifications for wireless communication.

Common standards include:

- Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11): Defines wireless LAN standards.

- Bluetooth: Used for short-range communication between devices.
- 4G/5G: Cellular network standards for mobile communication.

7. What are the Trends in Computer Networking?

Last update in early 2023, some trends in computer networking include:

- 5G Technology: The rollout and adoption of 5G networks for faster and more reliable
wireless communication.
- Edge Computing: Processing data closer to the source to reduce latency.
- IoT Integration: Networking devices in the Internet of Things for improved
connectivity and automation.
- Software-Defined Networking (SDN): Centralized control of network infrastructure
through software.
- Security Focus: Increasing emphasis on cybersecurity in the face of evolving threats.