Internet Connection Types Quiz

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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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Dial-up Connection

A type of internet connection that uses a phone line. It is characterized by slow speeds, frequent disconnections, limited data usage, and the lowest cost among connection types.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

A high-speed internet connection that uses existing phone lines but does not tie up your phone line. It provides constant connectivity and offers a range of speeds.

Cable Internet Connection

A broadband internet connection that utilizes cable TV lines. It shares the same infrastructure as TV, offers faster speeds, but can be slower with increased users.

Wireless Internet Connection

An internet connection that uses radio waves to connect. It offers constant connectivity within its coverage area, but coverage can be limited, and it can be more expensive than other options. Examples include Wi-Fi and WiMax.

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Internet Over Satellite Connection

An internet connection that uses communication satellites orbiting Earth. It offers connectivity regardless of location but experiences slower speeds due to the long distance signals travel. Speed is affected by the satellite's distance from the user.

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Study Notes

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!