Cambridge Technicals Level 3 IT LO1 Connectivity Methods Flashcards
1
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What are the three methods of electrical connectivity?
A
Copper cables, Fibre cables and Wireless
2
Q
What are some charateristics of copper cables?
A
Limited bandwidth, Relatively inexpensive and is Used in rural areas
3
Q
What are some characteristics of Fibre cables?
A
Increased bandwidth (faster), Long distance capabilities, Expensive
4
Q
What are some characteristics of wireless connectivity?
A
Uses radio waves, Infrastructure does not yet cover all remotes areas, Signals degrade with distance