| Full duplex and why it matters | Wednesday, 13 December 2000 A soundcard standard that enables simultaneous recording and playback. By Bella Tu Read on | |
Full duplex and why it matters
Full duplex refers to the transmission of data in two directions simultaneously. A telephone is an example of a full duplex device because two people can talk at once, whereas a walkie-talkie is only half duplex because only one transmission can be heard at once.Full duplex is a method of recording and playing buffers at the same time. This allows you to play one audio file whilst recording another, or playing an audio file as it is recorded. Most new computers will have a full duplex soundcard installed and can also be purchased independently from around $ US 30 - 50. If you are serious about making music on your computer, full duplex support is recommended. | | Related articles:What is a codec?Like soundbites in the streamA bus you shouldn't miss. USB explained | |
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