Discuss WGU WGU Information Technology Management QGC2 Exam Topic 4 Question 10

What is communications media in a unified communications system?

ASoftware-based phone that uses VoIP

BMobile conferencing phone-like tool

CSignal converter for analog phones

DTraditional phone with networking support

Suggested Answer: A

In a unified communications system, communications media refers to the actual method by which communication takes place. A key example is a software-based phone that uses Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), which allows users to make phone calls through the internet instead of relying on traditional analog systems.

Option B: Incorrect---mobile conferencing devices are tools, not the core communications media.

Option C: Incorrect---signal converters are hardware for compatibility, not communications media.

Option D: Incorrect---traditional phones are legacy hardware, not unified digital media.

Thus, communications media in UC systems is represented by a software-based phone using VoIP.

WGU Information Technology Management -- Unified Communication Tools, section on VoIP and Communication Media.

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24 comments · newest first

Luis 2 days ago

B could also work. Mobile conferencing is becoming popular.

Merlyn 7 days ago

I agree, A makes the most sense. Software-based is the future.

Ty 12 days ago

I think it's A. VoIP is essential in unified communications.

King 17 days ago

A is the best choice. It’s all about software today.

Xochitl 23 days ago

C might confuse some. It's not really unified.

Augustine 28 days ago

A covers all bases. VoIP integrates well.

Kayleigh 1 month ago

D is too traditional. Unified means advanced tech.

Julian 1 month ago

But C is outdated. We need modern solutions.

Alisha 1 month ago

B could be right too. Mobile tools are popular now.

Darrin 2 months ago

I agree, A makes sense. Software-based is the future.

Sharee 2 months ago

I think it's A. VoIP is essential for unified systems.

Tamar 2 months ago

Totally agree with A, VoIP is the future!

Jesus 2 months ago

Wait, C) Signal converter? I didn't even know that existed!

Rasheeda 2 months ago

D) Traditional phones still have their place, though.

Glenn 2 months ago

I think B) Mobile conferencing tool is more relevant today.

Cory 3 months ago

A) Software-based phone that uses VoIP is spot on!

Chaya 3 months ago

I’m leaning towards A since it mentions VoIP, but I wonder if B could also fit since it’s mobile?

Isreal 3 months ago

I feel like C and D are more about older technology, but I can't recall the specifics.

Wilda 3 months ago

I remember a question about VoIP in practice tests, and I think A was the right answer there too.

Verlene 3 months ago

I think communications media refers to the tools we use for voice and video, so maybe A or B? But I'm not entirely sure.

Daniel 4 months ago

I feel like I saw something about traditional phones in a similar question, but I can't recall if they really fit into unified communications.

Dorian 5 months ago

The term "unified communications" makes me think of mobile tools, so maybe B is the right choice, but I could be mixing it up with something else.

Dong 5 months ago

I remember practicing a question about VoIP systems, and I think option A sounds familiar, but I'm not completely confident.

Brynn 5 months ago

I think communications media refers to the tools we use for voice and video, but I'm not sure if it's just VoIP or includes other options too.

WGU Information Technology Management QGC2 Exam - Topic 4 Question 10 Discussion