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Explain how data is sent between devices using various transmission methods and assess the appropriateness of each method for specific situations. This includes serial, parallel, simplex, half-duplex, and full-duplex methods, along with their respective advantages and disadvantages.

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Explain how data is sent between devices using various transmission methods and assess the appropriateness of each method for specific situations. This includes serial, parallel, simplex, half-duplex, and full-duplex methods, along with their respective advantages and disadvantages

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  • You need to be able to explain how data is sent between devices using various transmission methods and assess the appropriateness of each method for specific situations. This includes serial, parallel, simplex, half-duplex, and full-duplex methods, along with their respective advantages and disadvantages.
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Transmission Methods Overview

Different methods of data transmission include serial, parallel, simplex, half-duplex, and full-duplex. Each method has unique characteristics and applications.

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    State one advantage of serial transmission.

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