The capacity of a channel to transmit data in terms of given speeds, such as 10Mbps, is its ____.
A)throughput
B)bandwidth
C)transmission speed
D)attenuation

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Bandwidth refers to the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a specific network connection or channel in a given amount of time. Throughput, on the other hand, refers to the actual amount of data that is transmitted over a network or channel in a given amount of time. Transmission speed refers to the rate at which data is transmitted over a network or channel. Attenuation refers to the loss of signal strength as a signal travels through a medium, such as a cable or air.

The Capacity of a Channel to Transmit Data in Terms