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What factors can affect internet speeds according to the information provided?
What factors can affect internet speeds according to the information provided?
What is the primary reason for stating internet speeds as 'up to' a certain Mbps?
What is the primary reason for stating internet speeds as 'up to' a certain Mbps?
Which analogy is used to explain how internet information travels?
Which analogy is used to explain how internet information travels?
How does wireless technology impact internet speeds?
How does wireless technology impact internet speeds?
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What does the analogy of 'sharing the internet pie' illustrate?
What does the analogy of 'sharing the internet pie' illustrate?
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Why might internet speeds be lower on an average day compared to the best case scenario?
Why might internet speeds be lower on an average day compared to the best case scenario?
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What can potentially cause a 'traffic jam' effect on the internet?
What can potentially cause a 'traffic jam' effect on the internet?
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According to the explanation given, what might occur during busy times that affects internet speed?
According to the explanation given, what might occur during busy times that affects internet speed?
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Study Notes
Internet Speed Explanation
- Internet speed is analogous to a highway; more lanes (bandwidth) mean more data can travel smoothly.
- Internet speeds are "up to" a certain value because various factors affect actual speed.
Factors Affecting Wireless Internet Speeds
- Wireless technology: Connections are affected by invisible signals through the air, unlike wired connections.
- Distance from cell tower: Signal strength weakens with distance.
- Obstacles: Mountains, trees, and buildings interfere with the signal.
- Weather: Heavy rain or storms impact signal strength.
- Traffic/Usage: High user volume on the internet slows down speeds, like traffic jams.
- Cell Towers/Trees analogy: Cell towers spread internet "leaves" (signal). Closer to the tower, the more "leaves" (stronger signal), further away weaker signal.
- Shared Bandwidth/Internet Pie: Multiple users share bandwidth making the available speed smaller for each user. More users means smaller slices of the pie.
Understanding "Up To" Speeds
- "Up to" 100 Mbps or 200 Mbps signifies the maximum possible speed under ideal conditions (best-case scenario).
- Actual speeds can vary greatly due to the factors mentioned above.
- Average speeds will likely be lower than the maximum potential.
- Speeds can slow considerably during periods of high user volume or bad weather.
Improving Internet Performance
- Optimizing location: Placing the modem in an area with a clear view of the sky, away from thick objects or near a window.
- Limiting devices: Turning off unused devices to free available network bandwidth.
- Contacting support: For technical issues, reach out to the support team for guidance.
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