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IT: device to device communication

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Are you a technophobe? Bluetooth, Ethernet, WiFi; are they terms that mean nothing to you? IT: device to device communication, is a free course that will gently guide you to an understanding of how devices 'talk' to each other and what technologies and processes are involved. You will also look at wired and wireless communication technologies, introducing you to some of the key methods involved.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • 1 Communication between devices
  • 1 Communication between devices
  • 1.1 Getting an overview
  • 1.2 Skimming to get an overview
  • 1.3 Skimming – an example
  • 1.4 Communicating devices
  • 2 Signals
  • 2 Signals
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 What are signals?
  • 2.3 Electromagnetic radiation
  • 2.4 Scientific notation
  • 2.5 Working with scientific notation using the Windows calculator
  • 2.6 Modifying the medium to carry the message
  • 2.7 Propagation delay
  • 2.8 Attenuation and distortion
  • 3 Wired networks
  • 3 Wired networks
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Wired networks – principles of operation
  • 3.3 Wired network configurations
  • 3.4 Protocols and standards
  • 3.5 Establishing Ethernet standards
  • 3.6 Routers
  • 4 Wireless networks
  • 4 Wireless networks
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Basic principles of wireless transmission
  • 4.3 Regulation
  • 4.4 An introduction to WiFi
  • 4.5 WiFi network structure
  • 4.6 WiFi stations
  • 4.7 WiFi data rates and operating range
  • 4.8 WiFi – a summary
  • 4.9 Bluetooth
  • 5 Comparisons
  • 5 Comparisons
  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Comparing WiFi and Bluetooth
  • 5.3 An introduction to competing technologies
  • 5.4 Set-up, maintenance and power requirements
  • 5.5 Security
  • 5.6 Reliability and usability
  • 5.7 Structuring information
  • 6 Smart homes
  • 6 Smart homes
  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Devices in the home
  • 6.3 Devices for automatic control
  • 6.4 Signal accuracy
  • 6.5 Smart home networks
  • 6.6 ZigBee
  • 6.7 Benefits of living in a smart home
  • 6.8 Drawbacks of living in a smart home
  • 6.9 The personalised home
  • 7 RFID
  • 7 RFID
  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 An overview of RFID
  • 7.3 RFID technology
  • 7.4 Understanding RFID tags
  • 7.5 Active and passive tags
  • 7.6 Researching information about RFID tags
  • 8 Using RFID
  • 8 Using RFID
  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 RFID applications
  • 8.3 Issues and concerns about RFID
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Acknowledgements

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4.7 rating, based on 3 Class Central reviews

4.1 rating at OpenLearn based on 8 ratings

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  • Profile image for Enrique Enriquez
    Enrique Enriquez @EEnriquez
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    Navigating the principles of device-to-device communication reveals a meticulously structured exploration of signals, networks, and protocols. The course description proved accurate, detailing the journey from electromagnetic radiation and scientific notation to Ethernet, WiFi, and Bluetooth standards. Examining RFID technology and smart home networks prompted deeper consideration of how data exchange shapes automated environments. A certificate of participation was rightfully earned upon completion, with the time investment aligning precisely with initial estimates.
  • Profile image for Jerick Guerrero
    Jerick Guerrero
    Excelente propuesta, fácil de entender y muy educativo, enfocado en principios del mundo que nos conecta
  • MOHAMMAD SHARIF NABI ZADA
    This course on ‘IT: Device to Device Communication’ offered by The Open University through OpenLearn was an insightful journey into the intricacies of how devices communicate within the realm of IT. The content was well-structured, making complex co…
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