Networks with radio communication (45 mins)
Introduces computer networks and security using the micro:bit’s simple radio feature. We explore how messages are sent and addressed across networks and how you can protect information you send.
Welcome to the course
Survey before you start the course
Introducing radio and networks
Radio on the micro:bit
Download the course materials
Understanding networks
Understanding radio
Send a smile - teaching guide
Send a smile - step-by-step coding video
Secure messaging - teaching guide
Secure messaging - step-by-step coding video
Radio beacons - teaching guide
Radio beacons - transmitter - step-by-step coding
Radio beacons - receiver - step-by-step coding video
Short review of what we've learnt
Wrap up survey
Congratulations
Useful links and information