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Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science

2Data transmission

Data transmission in Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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  • Packets and packet switching

    25 min

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  • Ports, connections and the USB interface

    30 min

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  • Serial, parallel, simplex, half-duplex and full-duplex transmission

    30 min

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  • Error detection: parity, checksums, echo checks, check digits and ARQ

    40 min

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  • Encryption: symmetric and asymmetric keys

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Data transmission: sample question

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What happens first when a new device is plugged into a USB port?

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