Time division multiplexing (AQA A-Level Physics): Quizzes
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What is the primary purpose of Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM)?
What is the primary purpose of Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM)?
To increase data transmission rates
How does TDM organise the transmission time?
How does TDM organise the transmission time?
Into distinct time slots
Why are packets in TDM marked with identifiers?
Why are packets in TDM marked with identifiers?
For recognition and reassembly
What does the multiplexer do in TDM?
What does the multiplexer do in TDM?
Switches rapidly between data streams
What must the demultiplexer maintain with the multiplexer?
What must the demultiplexer maintain with the multiplexer?
Synchronisation
What bandwidth requirement must be met for TDM to work effectively?
What bandwidth requirement must be met for TDM to work effectively?
Greater than sum of individual streams
Why is TDM considered cost-effective?
Why is TDM considered cost-effective?
Efficient use of single transmission path
What is an advantage of TDM regarding bandwidth usage?
What is an advantage of TDM regarding bandwidth usage?
Can transmit at single frequency
What happens to individual transmission rates as more data streams are added to TDM?
What happens to individual transmission rates as more data streams are added to TDM?
Each stream's rate decreases
What is a disadvantage of TDM regarding time slot allocation?
What is a disadvantage of TDM regarding time slot allocation?
Empty slots when no data sent