3. Data units in Networks

3.2. Medium

The medium is the network element through which devices communicate with each other and exchange data. This medium can be copper cable, fibre-optic cable and radio waves (Wi-Fi).

BREAKDOWN OF TRANSMISSION MEDIA

TYPE

COPPER CABLE

FIBRE OPTIC CABLE

TYPE

COAXIAL CABLE

TWISTED PAIR CABLE

SINGLE-MODE OPTICAL FIBRE

MULTIMODE OPTICAL FIBRE