Bandwidth vs frequency bandwidth in a network

In summary, the conversation discussed two different properties of a medium, specifically the "band width" and the "band width of frequencies." The latter is defined as the difference between the highest and lowest frequencies, while the former can refer to various things and is commonly known as bandwidth in English. The conversation also mentioned that Wikipedia was not helpful in understanding these concepts, but provided a link for further information on bandwidth in computing.
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I can't translate it 100% correctly, but my course notes describe two different properties of a medium:
Literal translation:

"The band width." - ?

"The band width of frequencies" - as the difference of fmax and fmin

What does each exactly refer to, and what's its name in english?

Wikipedia is unhelpful and confusing.
 
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Take a look at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bandwidth_(signal_processing)"
 
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Wikipedia is unhelpful and confusing.
See?
 
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atrus_ovis said:
I can't translate it 100% correctly, but my course notes describe two different properties of a medium:
Literal translation:

"The band width." - ?

"The band width of frequencies" - as the difference of fmax and fmin

What does each exactly refer to, and what's its name in english?

Wikipedia is unhelpful and confusing.


It may refer to lots of things, and its name in english is bandwidth.
It seems perfectly explained at wikipedia. However, the reader is supposed to know the meaning of "Hertz, "frequency", "low pass filter", "spectrum", etc...
 
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If you are interested in computer networks, maybe this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bandwidth_(computing)" can help.
 
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1. What is bandwidth and frequency bandwidth in a network?

Bandwidth refers to the amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time. Frequency bandwidth, on the other hand, refers to the range of frequencies that can be used for transmitting data over a network.

2. How are bandwidth and frequency bandwidth related?

Bandwidth and frequency bandwidth are closely related as they both affect the speed and efficiency of data transmission in a network. A wider frequency bandwidth allows for a higher data transfer rate, leading to a larger bandwidth capacity.

3. What is the difference between bandwidth and frequency bandwidth?

The main difference between bandwidth and frequency bandwidth is the units of measurement used. Bandwidth is typically measured in bits per second (bps), while frequency bandwidth is measured in hertz (Hz). Additionally, bandwidth refers to the amount of data that can be transmitted, while frequency bandwidth refers to the range of frequencies that can be used.

4. How does bandwidth vs frequency bandwidth affect network performance?

Both bandwidth and frequency bandwidth play crucial roles in determining network performance. A higher bandwidth and wider frequency bandwidth allow for faster data transfer and better overall performance. However, having too much bandwidth or frequency bandwidth can also lead to congestion and reduce overall network efficiency.

5. Can bandwidth and frequency bandwidth be increased?

Yes, bandwidth and frequency bandwidth can be increased by upgrading network equipment, such as routers and switches, to support higher data rates and wider frequency ranges. However, increasing bandwidth and frequency bandwidth also requires proper network planning and management to ensure optimal performance.

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