Which statement correctly contrasts streaming telemetry with batched telemetry?

• A. Streaming uses RF; batched uses fiber.
• B. Streaming stores data locally; batched streams in real-time.
• C. Streaming transmits data continuously in real-time; batched collects data and transmits in periodic batches.
• D. Streaming is historical; batched is real-time.

Answer: (C)

Streaming telemetry is about data sent as soon as it’s produced—a continuous, real-time flow that minimizes latency and supports immediate analysis. Batched telemetry, in contrast, collects data over a period and then transmits it in periodic batches, creating discrete updates rather than a constant stream. This is why the correct statement says streaming transmits data continuously in real-time while batched collects data and transmits in periodic batches. The other options focus on transport media, local storage, or an incorrect real-time vs historical framing, which don’t define the fundamental difference between the two modes.