Synchronous data transmission
Synchronous data transmission definition
Synchronous data transmission means sending data between devices at a fixed rate. The sender and receiver synchronize to a common clock signal. This way, data is sent and received at predictable intervals.
See also: asynchronous transmission, Asynchronous Transfer Mode
Here’s a breakdown:
Synchronized Clock: The sending and receiving devices share a clock or agree upon timing intervals.
Continuous Stream: Sending data in a stream, broken into packets, without gaps between the bits or bytes.
Steady Pace: The data flows at a constant rate. It’s efficient for transmitting large amounts of data.
Use cases:
Telecommunication Networks: Telecommunications use SONET and SDH protocols that can send large volumes of data over optical fibers.
Computer Networks: Protocols like ISDN and high-speed Ethernet networks use synchronous data transmission.
Satellite Communication: It ensures the accurate relay of signals between ground and satellites.
Peripheral Devices: Devices use it to maintain fast and consistent communication with the central system.
Data Center Interlinks: Synchronous data transmission can provide high-speed throughput and reliability.
High-speed data acquisition: In research and defense, vast amounts of data need to be captured in real-time. Synchronous transmission ensures that data streams are consistent and complete.