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can we use frequency and time period terms for digital signals or we have to use bit rate and bit interval terms for digital signal. in simple words,
Bit rate, bit interval vs frequency, time period
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In summary, when discussing digital signals, we can use both frequency and time period terms, as well as bit rate and bit interval terms. However, the specific terminology used may vary depending on the layer being considered. At the digital layer, bit rate is typically used, while at the physical layer, parameters such as frequency and time period are used. This is due to the process of modulation, where digital data is converted into an analog waveform for transmission.
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Drakkith
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Well, my cable modem tells me it operates on a certain frequency, so I assume we can use frequency in at least a few situations.
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berkeman
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You can see the difference between the digital bitstream and the modulated analog waveform here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ModulationGeek007 said:
You can have a primitive baseband bitstream, and then you will refer to bit rates and bit intervals. But when you modulate an analog carrier with the digital data in order to be able to transmit many signals at the same time (like in different channel frequencies), then you refer to the analog waveform's frequency and wavelength. Does that make sense?
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Anand Sivaram
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It depends which layer you are looking at. In the digital layer, it is bit rate. But, when you go down to the physical layer, then the bits are transmitted over, voltage, phase, frequency etc. There parameters like frequency, time period etc. are used.
Take a look at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modulation#Digital_modulation_methods
Take a look at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modulation#Digital_modulation_methods
FAQ: Bit rate, bit interval vs frequency, time period
What is bit rate and how is it different from frequency?
Bit rate, also known as data rate, refers to the number of bits that can be transmitted per unit of time. It is a measure of the speed at which data is transferred. Frequency, on the other hand, refers to the number of cycles per second in a signal. Bit rate and frequency are different concepts, but they are related as the bit rate of a digital signal is determined by its frequency.
How does the bit interval affect the bit rate?
The bit interval, or the time it takes for one bit to be transmitted, is inversely proportional to the bit rate. This means that as the bit interval decreases, the bit rate increases. The shorter the bit interval, the more bits can be transmitted in a given amount of time, resulting in a higher bit rate.
What is the relationship between frequency and time period?
Frequency and time period are inversely related. Frequency is the number of cycles per second, while time period is the time it takes for one cycle to occur. The higher the frequency, the shorter the time period, and vice versa. This means that as the frequency increases, the time period decreases.
How do bit rate and time period affect each other?
Bit rate and time period are also inversely related. As the bit rate increases, the time period decreases, and vice versa. This is because a higher bit rate means that more bits are being transmitted in a given amount of time, resulting in a shorter time period between bits.
How do bit rate, bit interval, frequency, and time period affect digital communication?
In digital communication, bit rate, bit interval, frequency, and time period all play a crucial role in determining the speed and accuracy of data transmission. A higher bit rate and shorter bit interval result in faster data transfer, while a higher frequency and shorter time period allow for more data to be transmitted in a given amount of time. These factors must be carefully considered and optimized to ensure efficient digital communication.