Internet Connection Types

Question 1

Fiber (FiOS)

Answer 1

• Use optical network terminals (ONTs)
• Gigabit speeds

Question 2

Whenspeaking about “Cable”, what type of wiring is used?

Answer 2

Coaxial cabling (RG-6)

Question 3

Dial-up

Answer 3

Digital signals are sent over Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) or telephone lines

Question 4

DSL

Answer 4

• Digital Subscriber Line
• Digital signals over analog telephone lines
• Allows for the use of phone and Internet at the same time
• Requires proximity to the telecommunication switch
• Uses a modem
• 2 Mbps up to 100 Mbps depending on distance