Alsager - BTEC IT - Topic B Transmitting Data

Which methods are used for connecting devices and transmitting data within and between IT systems?

• Wireless methods only

• Wired methods only

• Both wireless and wired methods

• Neither wireless nor wired methods

What can the features of connection types impact in an organization?

• The needs of individuals and organizations

• The color scheme of the organization's logo

• The lunch menu in the organization's cafeteria

• The brand of computers used in the organization

What is one of the implications of selecting and using different connection types?

• The impact on the performance of an IT system

• The decoration of the IT department

• The fashion trends in the workplace

• The parking lot size

What are the factors affecting the choice of network?

• User experience, User needs, Specifications, Connectivity, Cost

• Color, Taste, Smell, Touch, Hearing

• Brand, Celebrity endorsements, Advertising, Packaging

• Weather, Time of day, Seasons, Astrological signs

How do the features of a network and its component parts affect an IT system?

• They affect the performance of an IT system

• They change the color of the network cables

• They influence the office layout

• They determine the dress code for IT staff

What is Cat5 commonly used for?

• Connecting video display equipment

• Telephone communications/ethernet networks

• High-speed data transfer over long distances

• Digital connection of video and sound

Which of the following is a characteristic of coaxial cable?

• High transfer rate

• Limited distance

• Versatile and widely available

• Cheap – not as cheap as UTP/STP

What is a disadvantage of using VGA cables?

• High-speed capability

• Cumbersome cabling

• High transfer rate

• Limited power supply

Which connection type is known for high transfer rates and being very expensive?

• USB/FireWire

• HDMI

• VGA

• Fibre Optic

What is an advantage of HDMI over VGA?

• No DRM

• 8K resolution capable

• Backwards compatibility

• Connect multiple devices