Wireless Data Transmission and RF Communications Topic 1: Wireless Data Transmission A wireless network functions by the use non-physical media. Wired network use cables (e.g., CAT5 or fiber-optic), while most wireless network communicates using radio waves. Discuss and explain the two types of wireless transmissions

Topic 2: Understanding Radio Frequency Communications

Regardless if we are talking about a cell phone, a cordless phone or any one of the thousands of other wireless technologies, they all use radio waves to communicate. Describes the various of components of a radio system, including filters, mixers, amplifiers, and antennas.

Learning Objectives Covered

• List and explain the two types of wireless transmission
• List the components of a radio system
• Describe how different factors affect the design of a radio system

You will:

• List the two types of wireless transmissions.
• Discuss the characteristics of analog and digital signals
• List and describe the various components of a radio system

Required:

• Attempt to post initial response by Wednesday.
• Attempt to post three days during the week (for example: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday).
• Use of significant detail (utilizing textbook, web, etc. for sources) and appropriate grammar.
• Also, remember to include supporting references.