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Which type of internet connection is known for being the cheapest?

Dial-up Connection (correct)

Cable Internet Connection

Wireless Internet Connection

DSL Connection

What is a characteristic of DSL internet connections?

Has inconsistent connectivity and often gets disconnected

Can be affected by distance significantly

Uses a phone line and ties up the phone

Includes categories like SDSL, VDSL, and ADSL (correct)

What is a drawback of cable internet connections?

The internet is always disconnected

Speed can decrease with the number of users (correct)

Significantly slower than dial-up connections

Uses dedicated phone line that can be busy

Which of the following statements about wireless internet connections is true?

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What is a limitation of internet over satellite connections?

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Internet Connection Types

Dial-up Connection: Uses a phone line to connect to the internet. Slow speeds (2400 to 56 Kbps), often disconnects, and limited data. Relatively inexpensive.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line): Always connected via phone lines; a broadband connection.
- Faster speeds (128 Kbps to 8 Mbps).
- Different types: SDSL, VDSL, ADSL.
- Does not tie up the phone line, like dial-up.
Cable Internet Connection: Uses cable TV lines for internet connection.
- Shares coaxial cables with TV.
- Fast speeds (up to 27 Mbps).
- Speed can decrease based on the number of users.
Wireless Internet Connection: Uses radio frequencies for internet access.
- Always on as long as in coverage area.
- Examples: WiFi, WiMax
- May be more expensive than other types, and availability may be limited by location.
Internet Over Satellite Connection (LOS): Uses satellites to connect to the internet.
- Signals bounce between Earth and satellite.
- Slower speeds (492 to 512 Kbps) due to distance.

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Test your knowledge on the various types of internet connections, including dial-up, DSL, and cable internet. This quiz covers the characteristics, speeds, and advantages of each connection type. Get ready to explore how connectivity works!