A ____ is a communication pathway connecting two or more devices. Another of…
2013
A ____ is a communication pathway connecting two or more devices. Another of its key characteristic is that it is a shared transmission medium. A signal transmitted by any one device is available for reception by all other devices attached to it.
- A.
Train
- B.
Bus
- C.
Tram
- D.
Aeroplane
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Correct answer: B
Solution: A bus is a communication pathway connecting two or more devices. It is a shared transmission medium: a signal transmitted by any one device can be received by all other devices attached to the bus. Connects multiple devices so they can exchange data.
Shared medium: transmissions from one device are available to all devices on the bus.
Common use: simple network topologies and computer system buses.
Bus
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