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Data Communication Components

Data communication involves the exchange of information between devices through various transmission mediums, which can be local or remote. Key components include the message, sender, receiver, transmission medium, and protocols that govern the communication process. Effective communication relies on the collaboration of these components, particularly the use of common protocols for mutual understanding.

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Data Communication Components

Data communication involves the exchange of information between devices through various transmission mediums, which can be local or remote. Key components include the message, sender, receiver, transmission medium, and protocols that govern the communication process. Effective communication relies on the collaboration of these components, particularly the use of common protocols for mutual understanding.

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Data Communication - Components

Introduction

Data communication refers to the exchange of data between two devices via some form of transmission

medium. This communication can be local (face-to-face) or remote (over distance, using networks).

1. Message

The information to be communicated. It can be text, numbers, images, audio, or video.

2. Sender

The device that sends the data. Example: computer, phone, video camera.

3. Receiver

The device that receives the data. Example: computer, TV, mobile phone.

4. Transmission Medium

The physical path through which data is transmitted. Examples: fiber optics, coaxial cable, radio waves.

5. Protocol

A set of rules that govern communication. Without common protocols, devices can't understand each other.

Note

Without all these components working together, effective communication cannot happen. Protocols are

especially important, as they ensure the sender and receiver 'speak the same language'.

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