What is the purpose of connectivity?
To share data between devices.
Types of connections
Data cable connection (USB)
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Properties of data cable connection
Wired
Most commonly uses a USB cable
Connects mobile phones and media players to computers.
Properties of Bluetooth
Wireless
Devices communicate over short distances using radio-waves
Most modern devices have Bluetooth
Can also be used to connect peripherals to devices
Properties of Wi-Fi
Wireless
Devices can communicate over longer distances
Most modern devices are Wi-Fi enabled
Can be used for devices to communicate with computer networks as well as connect peripherals that are Wi-Fi enabled