Part 4:

Complete the following questions in an MS Word Document in APA format.

1. Provide a technical description of 4B/5B Digital Encoding Scheme. Contrast it with

the Manchester scheme. Explain how and why it provides better data rates.

2. Create a ranked table (see below) based on transmission speed, comparing three

types of twisted pair, coaxial cable, fiber-optic cable, microwave, and satellite. A total

of seven media. Include distances and typical installation use cases.

Type of Media

Transmission Speed

Distances

Typical installation use

cases

3. Using your favorite search engine, include an image or create a diagram comparing

a low earth satellite deployment with a geosynchronous satellite deployment in a

situation where you would need 24/7 coverage of the whole earth as your basic

criteria. The image or diagram should include ground stations and appropriate

locations. (Hint: all satellites (GEO and LEO) and ground stations need to be

included and/or labeled).

a. Provide a comparison of the difference in expense (cost) of the two different

solutions (Cite your source)./nb. Include in the response the importance of satellites to

wireless communication and connectivity.

c. Include a relevant reference.

4. Discuss the data communication features of USB standards and implementation.

What are the pros and cons of using USB drives? In your opinion, what is a portable

alternative to the USB drive?