In this blog, I will be covering this week's chapter, Telecommunications and networking
A computer network connects devices via communication channels to enable data transfer. Analogue signals consist of continuous waves with variable frequency and amplitude, whereas digital signals are discrete pulses representing binary numbers (1 or 0). Cable (e.g., fibre optic) and broadcast (e.g., microwave) are two communication channels. Network protocols manage data exchange between connected devices. Processing can be dispersed across numerous computers, in client/server architecture, or through peer-to-peer communications.
The Internet, which began as a US Department of Defence project, now encompasses all organisational systems. Intranets promote internal communication and collaboration, whereas extranets provide restricted access to company intranets for inter-organizational communication. These technologies improve connectivity and information sharing within and among organisations.
There are also numerous network applications
- Discovery
- Communication
- E-learning and distance learning
- Virtual universities
- Telecommuting
Gray, H., Issa, T., Pye, G., Troshani, I., Rainer, K. (2014). Management Information Systems,
Great point Vita! You provided a concise overview of key concepts in the field of telecommunications and networking. And highlighting the evolution of the Internet from its origins as a government project to its widespread use in organizational systems today.
ReplyDeleteExcellent insight, Vita! Your succinctly summarized the fundamental concepts in telecommunications and networking, while also emphasizing the Internet's transformation from a government initiative to its ubiquitous integration within organizational systems today. Great work buddy, keep it up!
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