Computer Science GCSE
Wired versus wireless connectivity
What Wired versus wireless connectivity means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Wired versus wireless connectivity
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Wired links use a physical cable and usually give higher speed, greater bandwidth and lower latency, while wireless links carry data through the air so devices can move within range.
Topics that use Wired versus wireless connectivity
- Networks (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Addressing at different layers
- Bandwidth
- Bus topology
- Central management and access
- Encapsulation and de-encapsulation
- HTTPS
- IMAP
- LAN
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