Connecting to the Net Flashcards
What is the use of Broadband?
Broadband modems connect to the internet
What is the use of Satellite?
Beam data signals to, and from, several satellites orbiting the earth
What is the use of Mobile?
Connect to the internet via a mobile telephone company
What is the use of Dial-up?
Dial-Up modems connect to a telephone line
What is the use of Cable?
Cable internet often comes bundled with TV and landline packages
What are the 5 services for internet?
Broadband, Satellite, Mobile, Dial-Up, and Cable
What are the advantages of Broadband
You can use the internet and the telephone at the same time
What are the disadvantages of Broadband
High monthly charge - not available in some countryside areas
What are the advantages of Satellite
Gain high-speed internet. Broadband and mobile network coverage is low
What are the disadvantage of Satellite
Expensive
What are the advantages of Mobile
Convenient - connect to the internet from anywhere (with mobile network coverage)
What are the disadvantages of Mobile
Poor Internet access - slower than broadband
What are the advantage of Dial-Up
Affordable
What are the disadvantages of Dial-Up
Slower option - cannot connect to the internet while on the phone
What are the advantages of Cable
A very fast internet connection as well as, an affordable way to gain a high-speed connection
