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The answer is either. Computer networking is a very broad category encompassing an astonishingly wide range of communication technologies. When Voyager made it's last transmission from the depths of space to earth, this could be considered computer networking (albeit with rather high latency) in that two computers were involved, one on each end of the signal and that one or more protocols understood by both computers were used.
Today, whether using WiFi, a LAN, a MAN or WAN etc. and whether the computers are connected by buried Fiber Optic cable or communicate via directional microwave antennas or any other electronic methodology, the basic technique (not the technology) is the same. Two computers must be able to communicate with each other in order to network. This communication MAY be serial or it MAY be parallel. Most frequently it is serial today.
Consider that a fiber optic cable can be in only one state at a time, either dark or illuminated (0 or 1). This communication is necessarily serial, but the high speed of light and the frequency at which switching from dark to lighted states is possible makes it incredibly fast. Likewise, if two fiber optic cables were used, connected to the same NICs (Network Interface Cards) theoretically, it would be possible to support parallel fiber optic communication directly from PC to PC. [JMH]
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What is the difference between Serial and Parallel Adder?
Some key differences between a Serial and Parallel Adder are that a Serial Adder is slower, a Parallel adder is a combinational circuit and the time required for addition depends on the number of bits in a Serial, but not a Parallel. A Serial Adder is a sequential circuit while a Parallel is a combinational circuit.
What is the difference between parallel and serial ports?
SERIAL AND PARALLEL COMUNICATION MEANS THE METHOD USED FOR COMMUNICATION.IN SERIAL COMMUNICATION THE DATA THAT IS TO BE COMMUNICATED IS PASSED SERIALLY THAT IS ONE BY ONE.IN PARALLEL COMUNICATION THE DATAS ARE PASSED PARALLEL. SERIAL AND PARALLEL COMUNICATION MEANS THE METHOD USED FOR COMMUNICATION.IN SERIAL COMMUNICATION THE DATA THAT IS TO BE COMMUNICATED IS PASSED SERIALLY THAT IS ONE BY ONE.IN PARALLEL COMUNICATION THE DATAS ARE PASSED PARALLEL.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of parallel and serial communication?
Serial Data TransmissionParallel Data transmissionAdvantagesDisadvantagesAdvantagesDisadvantagesUsed over long distancesSlower to send dataFaster than serialNot reliable over long distanceReduces requirement of wiringData may arrive at different times
How do you control a robot with a computer using infrared?
The same way that a Remote Control device can control, for instance, a TV. There needs to be at least a transmitter at one end and an equivalent receiver at the other end, or a suitable combination of both, for effective control/communication to occur. you could get infra-red kits that interface to your computer through one of the available ports (Serial, parallel, USB, P/S2, etc.) and have a wireless component that could be embedded within your "robot"'s electronics, thus giving you a connectivity between the computer and robot.
What is universal serial bus port?
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port is an input/output port that allows the transfer of data from the computer's hard drive to the portable hard drive (e.g. flash drive). The port serves as the communication mechanism between the two hard drives.
In telephone communication is serial or parallel communication?
parallel
Is computer serial or parallel device?
Neither. A computer case is just a box to hold the parts of a computer. It provides no form of communication itself.
Which are cables used in serial parallel communication?
RS-232
How do you apply networking using lap link?
LapLink is a talker/listener application for transferring information between two computers. Serial port to the serial port or parallel port to parallel port communication is established between the two computers. One is set up as a talker and the other is set up as a listener.
What is serial to parallel converter?
A "serial to parallel" converter converts a serial data connection to a parallel data connection. For example, in computer storage, there are controller chipsets that convert SATA (Serial ATA) to PATA (Parallel ATA, also called IDE or EIDE).
What is parrelel communication?
In telecommunication and computer science, parallel communication is a method of conveying multiple binary digits simultaneously. It contrasts with serial communication, which conveys only a single bit at a time, this distinction is one way of characterizing a communications link.
What is a db 25 port?
A DB-25 port is a type of connector that has 25 pins arranged in two rows. It was commonly used for serial and parallel interfaces on older computer equipment such as printers, modems, and early networking devices.
What is feng's classification scheme in computer architecture?
feng (serial versus parallel processing
What ports is most commomnly used to connect older printers to computer?
Serial and parallel.
What type of communication principle is the best for cctv applications serial USB or parallel?
usb is more efficient
Why is serial communication preferred over parallel communication for long distance wan links?
Serial communication is preferred over parallel communication for long-distance WAN links primarily due to reduced crosstalk and electromagnetic interference. In parallel communication, multiple wires transmit data simultaneously, increasing the risk of signal degradation over long distances. Serial communication, using a single wire or pair, minimizes these issues and simplifies the design and implementation, allowing for higher data rates and longer transmission distances without significant loss of integrity. Additionally, serial connections require fewer physical resources, making them more cost-effective for WAN applications.
Which communication is faster in parallle and serial?
Parallel data transmission is faster compared to serial data transmission. The speed of a parallel link is equal to the number of bits sent multiplied by the bit rate of each individual path.
