What is the main characteristic of simplex transmission?

Options

  • A. Data flows in both directions simultaneously
  • B. Data flows in only one direction
  • C. Data flows in both directions alternately
  • D. Data is transmitted only in parallel
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Data flows in only one direction

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Data flows in only one direction.

Simplex communication has a fixed sender and receiver. The receiver cannot send information back through the same communication channel.