Retransmitting: meaning, definitions and examples
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retransmitting
[ ˌriːtrænzˈmɪtɪŋ ]
communication technology
Retransmitting refers to the act of sending a signal or data again, typically in the context of communication systems. This is often necessary when the original signal is not received clearly or when it needs to be sent to additional recipients. In networking, retransmission can help ensure that lost data is resent to maintain the integrity of the information exchange. It is commonly used in various fields such as broadcasting, data transmission, and digital communications to improve reliability.
Synonyms
broadcasting again, forwarding, re-sending
Examples of usage
- The satellite is retransmitting the signal to the ground station.
- After a poor connection, the system started retransmitting the data.
- For better coverage, the radio tower is responsible for retransmitting signals.
- The failed packet led to the need for retransmitting.
- The live stream was interrupted, requiring retransmitting the footage.
Translations
Translations of the word "retransmitting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 retransmitindo
🇮🇳 पुनः प्रसारित करना
🇩🇪 erneutes Übertragen
🇮🇩 mengulangi transmisi
🇺🇦 повторна трансляція
🇵🇱 przekazywanie ponowne
🇯🇵 再送信する
🇫🇷 retransmettre
🇪🇸 retransmitiendo
🇹🇷 yeniden iletme
🇰🇷 재전송
🇸🇦 إعادة الإرسال
🇨🇿 přenášení znovu
🇸🇰 opätovné vysielanie
🇨🇳 重新传输
🇸🇮 ponovno prenašanje
🇮🇸 endursending
🇰🇿 қайта беру
🇬🇪 წამყვანი ხელახლა
🇦🇿 təkrar ötürmə
🇲🇽 retransmitiendo
Etymology
The term 'retransmitting' is derived from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'transmit', which comes from the Latin 'transmittere', composed of 'trans-' (across) and 'mittere' (to send). The concept of retransmission has evolved alongside advancements in communication technology. Early forms of transmission were found in signal flags and smoke signals used by ancient civilizations. The electrical era brought about telegraphy in the 19th century, where the need for retransmission emerged due to weak signal strength over distance. With the invention of radio and satellite communications in the 20th century, retransmission became crucial for broadcasting, allowing signals to reach wider audiences. Today, retransmitting is an essential part of modern networking protocols and is vital for ensuring robust, error-free data transmission in digital communications.