Parallel Communication

Parallel communication:

Ø  In telecommunication and data transmission, parallel communication is the process of sending multiple bits simultaneously over a communication channel or computer bus.

Ø  In Parallel Transmission multiple bits are sent together.

Ø  Parallel Transmission is faster than serial transmission to transmit the bits.

Ø  Parallel transmission is used for short distance i.e. computer to printer.

Ø  In Parallel Transmission, eight bits are transferred at one clock pulse. It is a fast way to transmit as it uses many input/output lines for transferring the data.

Ø  Parallel Transmission is half-duplex since the data is either sent or received.

Ø  The installation and troubleshooting is easier in parallel transmission system due to its placement in a single physical cable.