MODULE

1:
COMMUNIC
ATION IN A
CONNECTE
D WORLD
Presented By:
Marco Paolo B. Ragpala
Briggs Xavy C. Montañez
 TABLE OF
CONTENTS
01 INTRODUCTION 02 NETWORK TYPES

03 DATA TRANSMISSION 04 BANDWIDTH AND THROUGHPUT

COMMUNICATION IN A
05 CONNECTED WORLD SUMMARY
06 CONCLUSION
INTRODUCTION In today's world, thanks to digital technology and the internet, how we
communicate has changed a lot. We can now easily talk with anyone,
anywhere, anytime. Whether it's sending quick messages, having video
chats, or connecting on social media, our ability to reach out globally
has never been easier.

This kind of communication doesn't care about distance. It lets people

and businesses connect instantly, breaking down barriers and making
our lives more interconnected. This shift has completely changed how
we do things, from business to sharing information, and even how we
interact with each other on a daily basis.

To navigate this new world, it's important to understand how networks

work and how data moves around. It's not just about technology; it's
about knowing how to use it to connect with others effectively.
 NETWORK
TYPES

PANs empower individuals to

LANs enable efficient seamlessly connect and
communication and resource WANs facilitate global MANs bridge the gap communicate with their
sharing within a single communication and between LANs and WANs, personal devices, enhancing
location, enhancing collaboration, enabling providing localized convenience and efficiency
productivity in workplaces businesses to connect with connectivity for in daily tasks.
and educational institutions. partners, customers, and organizations operating
employees worldwide. within a metropolitan area.
 LAN WAN MAN PAN
Local Area Network Wide Area Network Personal Area Network
Metropolitan Area Network

• LANs are used to connect • WANs cover larger geographical areas, • PANs are the smallest and most
• MANs are intermediate in scale
devices within a limited area, connecting LANs across cities, countries, personal type of network, typically
between LANs and WANs, covering a
like an office building, school, or even continents. involving devices owned by a single
larger geographic area than a single
• They use various communication person.
or home. LAN but not as extensive as a WAN.
• They offer high-speed technologies like leased lines, satellites, • Examples include connecting a
• They are typically used to connect
connections and are often used and fiber optics to facilitate long-distance smartphone to a smartwatch or pairing
multiple LANs within a city or
for sharing resources such as connections. Bluetooth devices like headphones
metropolitan area.
• WANs are commonly used by corporations and keyboards.
printers and files within a single • MANs can provide high-speed
to link their branch offices or by internet • PANs enable seamless communication
location. connectivity for organizations with
service providers to provide internet and data sharing between personal
multiple locations within a city.
connectivity to users. devices in close proximity.
 DATA
TRANSMISSION
Data transmission involves the movement of data from one place to another, and
it operates on several principles and modes.

Principles of Data Data Transmission

Transmission Modes

• Simplex
• Analog vs. Digital
• Half-duplex
• Serial vs. Parallel
• Full-duplex
 Principles of Data
Transmission
• Analog vs. Digital
Analog: Represents data using continuous signals,
typically used for transmitting audio and video signals.

Digital: Represents data using discrete signals (0s and

1s), offering higher accuracy and reliability, commonly
used in computers and telecommunications.
 Principles of Data
Transmission • Serial vs. Parallel

• Serial: Transmits data one bit at a time over a single

channel, suitable for long-distance communication
and low-cost implementations.

• Parallel: Transmits multiple bits simultaneously

over multiple channels, offering higher data transfer
rates but requiring more complex hardware and
shorter distances.
 Data
Principles
Transmission
of Data
Transmission
Modes • Simplex

• Data transmission occurs in one direction only, like a one-way street.

• Examples include television broadcasts and keyboard input.
 Data
Principles
Transmission
of Data
Transmission
Modes • Half-duplex

• Data transmission can occur in both directions, but not simultaneously, like a
walkie-talkie where one party talks while the other listens, then they switch
roles.
• Used in situations where real-time interaction is not necessary or possible.
 Data
Principles
Transmission
of Data
Transmission
Modes • Full-duplex

• Data transmission occurs simultaneously in both directions, like a two-way

street.
• Used in scenarios requiring real-time communication, such as phone calls and
video conferencing.
IMPORTANCE OF EFFICIENT DATA
SPEED TRANSMISSION ACCURACY
• Faster data transmission enables quicker access to
• Digital transmission offers higher accuracy and
information and reduces latency in communication
error detection/correction mechanisms compared
systems.
to analog transmission, ensuring data integrity.

BANDWIDTH OPTIMIZATION COST-EFFECTIVENESS

• Efficient data transmission maximizes the • Optimal use of data transmission resources
utilization of available bandwidth, allowing more reduces operational costs associated with
data to be transmitted within a given timeframe. communication networks.

USER EXPERIENCE
• Reliable and fast data transmission enhances user
experience by ensuring smooth and uninterrupted
communication across various applications and
devices.
 FACTORS AFFECTING
Network Congestion:
BANDWIDTH AND THROUGHPUT
• High traffic volumes or congestion within a network can reduce available bandwidth, slowing down data transmission rates and
affecting throughput.
• Congestion can occur due to a large number of users accessing the network simultaneously or inefficient network routing.

Signal Interference:

• Signal interference from external sources, such as electromagnetic interference or radio frequency interference, can degrade the
quality of transmitted signals, leading to data errors and reduced throughput.
• Interference can be caused by electronic devices, environmental factors, or other wireless signals operating on the same frequency.

Transmission Medium:

• The type and quality of the transmission medium, such as copper wire, fiber optic cable, or wireless radio waves, can impact
bandwidth and throughput.
• Different mediums have varying capacities and susceptibility to interference, affecting the reliability and speed of data transmission.
 SIGNIFICANCE OF OPTIMIZING
BANDWIDTH AND THROUGHPUT
ENHANCED COMMUNICATION EFFICIENCY
IMPROVED USER EXPERIENCE
• Optimizing bandwidth and throughput ensures
• Higher throughput results in reduced latency and smoother
faster and more reliable data transmission,
performance, enhancing the user experience for
facilitating efficient communication across various
applications such as video streaming, online gaming, and
applications and devices.
real-time communication.

COST SAVINGS
SCALABILITY
• Efficient bandwidth utilization reduces the need for
additional infrastructure and resources, leading to • Optimized bandwidth and throughput enable
cost savings for organizations while maintaining networks to handle increased data traffic and
high-quality communication services. accommodate future growth without sacrificing
performance or reliability.

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

• Organizations that prioritize bandwidth optimization can gain a

competitive edge by delivering superior communication
services with faster response times and better reliability.
 Network Types: We explored LANs, WANs, MANs, and PANs, each
serving specific purposes and scales of connectivity.

Data Transmission Principles: We examined analog vs. digital signals

and serial vs. parallel transmission, fundamental to understanding how
data moves between devices.

SUMMARY
Bandwidth and Throughput: These are crucial for efficient
communication, with bandwidth representing capacity and throughput
indicating actual data transmission rates.

Interconnectedness: These concepts work together to ensure seamless

communication across diverse environments, highlighting the
importance of optimizing them for effective connectivity in our
interconnected world.
 CONCLUSION
In conclusion, effective communication in
today's connected world relies on a
comprehensive understanding of network
infrastructure, data transmission
mechanisms, and the optimization of
bandwidth and throughput.

By mastering these fundamental

concepts, individuals and organizations
can harness the power of connectivity to
foster collaboration, innovation, and
growth in the digital age.
THANK
YOU!!