TASK 1 (P5)

Part of the EM spectrum Light

Type of communication

Example of transmitter

Example of receiver

Infrared

Changing TV channels

Remote control

TV

Microwave

Satellite TV

Transmitter on satellite

Dish and aerial

Radio

Radio controlled cars

Remote controller

Aerial on car

TASK 2(M3) Method of transmission

Examples http , smtp, telnet

Advantages

Unicast Multicast Video transmission network in which one computer needs to transmit video channel to a specific group of computers. A computer booting up and requesting for an IP address. Messages are UPD so there is no connection setup or teardown. Can be used across a WAN

Broadcast

TASK 3 (D3) WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES 1. Cell phone Advantages of cell phone The process of communication has been made faster and easier by the use of cell phones. The accessories or the extra devices which are provided to the users with the cell phone make their life easier. Cell phones act as safety devices also from those who use it.

Disadvantages of cell phone Cell phones emit low level of RF (radio frequency) radiation. Large amounts of this energy can heat and damage tissue, especially around the eyes and testicles which do not have enough blood flow to carry away such heat. Cell phones can ring in the middle of movies, plays and other areas where silence is required, such as libraries, bookstores and hospital rooms. Cell phone use while operating a vehicle can cause accidents.

2. Satellite Advantages of satellite High bandwidth Coverage over a large geographical area Can be cheaper over long distances

Disadvantages of satellite Huge initial cost Noise and interference Propagation delay

WIRED COMMUNICATION DEVICES 1. Cable television Advantages of cable television Cable TV is most suitable to those subscribes who want only a few favourite channels , because cable TV allows the users to choose their favourite instead of paying for many unwanted channels which come in a package as a whole. Cable TV has made possible telephony services along the same cable. Cable TV can be installed easily as there is no need o have a dish.

Disadvantages of cable television There is no co ordination between the cable operator and the cable provider company leading to poor quality of service and customer grievances. Cable TV is very expensive if you want premium packages with movies. Cable TV does not have as many he one offered by the satellite TV providers.