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Unit 2: Technology Systems
Level 1 / Level 2 First Certificate in Information and Creative Technology
Helen Griffiths
Start Date Brecon week commencing 18th December 2023
Unit 2 Technology Systems Brecon/Neath 2023-24
單元: Session 3 - Computer Networks/Data Transfer - 08/01/2024 | Unit 2 Technology Systems Brecon/Neath 2023-24 | Grŵp NPTC Group Moodle
課程主頁Session 3 - Computer Networks/Data Transfer - 08/01/2024
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Session 3 - Computer Networks/Data Transfer - 08/01/2024
Computer networking
Understand the concepts, applications and implications of networks, including:
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the purpose of different types of network (local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), personal area network (PAN), mobile broadband)
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the common uses of network systems (resource sharing, data sharing, entertainment, communication)
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the benefits of computer networking
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the need to synchronise data held on devices forming a PAN.
Data transfer
Understand the concepts, implications and processes of data transfer, including:
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physical methods of transferring data between devices using wireless or cabled topology to meet the requirements for a specific user and purpose
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wireless methods of transfer including the use of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies
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cabled methods for transfer of data between devices, including the use of optical fibre, unshielded twisted pair (UTP) and coaxial cables
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the benefits and drawbacks of these physical methods
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Activity 3 - Pairs Discussion
Question - If there were no networks, how would this have changed today's lesson?
Consider the alternative methods used, ease of use, efficiency etc.
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Activity 5 - Cabling used in data transfer
Network Connections by Helen Griffiths
Find an image of each of the following and include an example of what they are used for in digital technology.
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Coaxial cable
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Optical fibre
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Unshielded twisted pair
Place these in a word document and upload in the slot provided below. If you are having difficulty uploading, please submit into the appropriate session folder in the Unit 2 channel found in our team.
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Investigate data transfer methods to include physical (cable) and wireless
The PowerPoint above to complete this activity. Read through the slides and then complete the final slide. Make sure that you include your initials when saving. Upload into today's slot.
- In the first column list the different physical and wireless methods of transferring data.
- In the second column give the benefits of each method.
- In the third column give the drawbacks
Upload your completed version into the upload slot or team folder if you are having issues.
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Complete or pass the activity
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