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FDM architecture
FDM Architecture A FDM architecture is a communication paradigm that involves multiple devices sharing a single communication channel. Each device acts...
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FDM Architecture A FDM architecture is a communication paradigm that involves multiple devices sharing a single communication channel. Each device acts...
FDM Architecture
A FDM architecture is a communication paradigm that involves multiple devices sharing a single communication channel. Each device acts as a source and a destination, transmitting and receiving data simultaneously.
How it works:
Devices connect to the shared channel through a dedicated access point, such as a hub or switch.
Each device has a unique address, allowing it to identify and communicate with other devices.
Data is transferred between devices in a round-robin fashion, with each device sending and receiving a message before passing it on to the next.
Since devices share the channel, there may be potential for collisions, where multiple devices attempt to send data at the same time.
To overcome this, protocols are implemented to ensure that data is transmitted and received correctly.
Advantages:
Simple and cost-effective design.
Scalable, allowing for the addition of more devices as needed.
Provides high data throughput.
Disadvantages:
Susceptible to interference from other devices.
Data loss can occur due to collisions.
Limited flexibility for data routing.
Examples:
Ethernet is an example of a FDM architecture.
Wi-Fi networks use a FDM architecture to allow multiple devices to share a single wireless connection.
Starters and switches in a network often implement a FDM architecture