Data Communication Concepts

A. Definition/History

B. Key Terms

C. Transmission Media/Types

D.Transmission Speeds/Rates

E. Transmission Modes/Methods

F. Transmission Flows/Directions

G.Network Topologies/Shapes

Star Network

Characteristics Advantages Disadvantages

Ring Network

Characteristics Advantages Disadvantages

Bus Network

Characteristics Advantages Disadvantages

Hierarchical Network

Characteristics Advantages Disadvantages