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What does DSL stand for in the context of internet connection?
What does DSL stand for in the context of internet connection?
- Direct Signal Link
- Digital Subscriber Line (correct)
- Dial-up Service Line
- Data Service Link
How does a cable internet connection differ from a DSL connection?
How does a cable internet connection differ from a DSL connection?
- It tends to run faster and cost more (correct)
- It requires a telephone line
- It uses satellite signals
- It is more reliable in rural areas
What technology does dial-up access use to connect to the internet?
What technology does dial-up access use to connect to the internet?
- Telephone line and modem (correct)
- Wireless router
- Satellite dish
- Fiber optic cable
What are hotspots in the context of internet access?
What are hotspots in the context of internet access?
What does the term 'broadband' stand for in the context of internet connection?
What does the term 'broadband' stand for in the context of internet connection?
Study Notes
Internet Connection Technologies
- DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line, a type of internet connection technology.
Comparison of Internet Connections
- Cable internet connection uses the same coaxial cable that delivers television programming to provide internet access, whereas DSL uses existing telephone lines.
Dial-up Access
- Dial-up access uses the public switched telephone network (PSTN) technology to connect to the internet.
Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Hotspots are specific locations where people can access the internet using Wi-Fi technology.
Broadband Internet
- The term 'broadband' refers to high-speed internet connections that provide faster data transmission rates than traditional dial-up access.
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Learn about internet services and ways to connect to the internet in this class 5 quiz. Explore how children can communicate with friends and family living in other cities or countries through chat or video calls. Understand the internet's role in day-to-day activities like learning, online shopping, and more.
