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Module1B: Connecting to the Internet Flashcards

1
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What do you need to connect to the internet?

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  • A connection to the internet network
  • A computing Device
  • The Necessary Software
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How do you get the most out of the internet?

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have sufficient memory and speed to run programs as well as display graphics and multimedia

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3
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What are 2 examples of peripheral devices?

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A mouse and a keyboard

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What are the 3 Types of devices that can connect to the internet?

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  • Computer
  • Mobile Devices
  • Television
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5
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Define Internet Service Providers

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An ISP is a company that lets you access the internet for a fee.

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What kind of ISP’s are there?

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National and Local

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7
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Define National ISP’s

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They usually have large networks with established infrastructures and extensive resources. They may cost more but may be more reliable

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What else does ISP’s do?

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  • Long Distance
  • Phone Companies
  • Cable
  • TV Companies
  • Local Phone Companies
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9
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Does ISP’s Charge a fee?

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Yes, usually a monthly fee.

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10
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Define Modem

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A Modem is a small piece of hardware that lets two computers communicate with each other by means of phone lines, fiber optics, cable or satellite.

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11
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How many internet Connection Types are there?

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  • Dial Up
  • Cable
  • DSL
  • Fiber Optics
  • Wifi
  • Satellite
  • Mobile Broadband
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12
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Define Dial Up Connection

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it requires a modem and a telephone line to connect to the internet

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What years was Dial up Connection used most?

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during the 1990’s and early 2000’s

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14
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Define Cable Connection

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It provides a faster connection than dial-up and is generally more expensive

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Define DSL

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Digital Subscriber Line allows digital info to be sent at high speed over ordinary telephone lines.

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Define Fiber Optics

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is uses data using pulsating light instead of copper wire and is replacing the use of DSL

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17
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Define WiFi

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can connect to the internet using “hotspot” or wireless broadband

18
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Define Satellite

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An installed satellite dish is required to access the internet and download information. It’s definitely the most expensive

19
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Define Mobile Broadband

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also referred as the Wireless Wide Area Network, it allows your computer to be its own hotspot.

20
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Define Broadband

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commonly used term, it generally refers to high-speed connections using Cable, DSL, Fiber Optics or Satellite..

21
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What are some Pros of Dial-up?

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  • Available almost everywhere
  • Affordable form of internet access for most people
  • A variety of providers to choose from
22
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What are some Cons of Dial-up?

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  • Slowest internet access
  • Performance can vary considerably depending on your location
  • Can tie up the telephone line (a user needs to disconnect to use the phone)
23
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What are some Pro’s of Cable internet?

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  • Provides an “always on” connection
  • No need to disconnect to use the phone
  • Fast upload speeds make it suitable for online games or two-way video
24
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What are some Con’s of Cable Internet?

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  • Available only in areas with cable TV
  • Access slows considerably during peak periods as bandwidth is shared with other users
  • Upload speeds are slower than download speeds
25
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What are some Pro’s of DSL?

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  • Provides an “always on” connection
  • No need to disconnect to use the telephone
  • Ideal for video streaming requiring a high-speed download
26
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What are some Con’s of DSL?

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  • Upload speeds are slower than download speeds
27
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What are Some Pros of Fiber Optics?

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  • Much higher data transmission rates than cable and DSL
28
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What are some Cons of Fiber Optics?

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  • Availability is limited
29
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What are some Pro’s of WiFi?

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  • Easy and convenient access to the internet regardless of your physical location
30
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What are some Con’s of WiFi?

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  • Less secure than a wired connection
31
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What are some Pro’s of Satellite?

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  • Available almost everywhere
32
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What are some Con’s of Satellite?

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  • More expensive to set up than other high-speed internet options
  • Weather can interfere with connection
33
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What are some Pro’s of Mobile Broadband?

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  • Provides the ultimate mobility option to be connected to the internet at high speed
34
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What are some cons of Mobile Broadband?

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  • Extra charge for hardware and monthly access fee
35
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What are the two types of internet software you need?

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  • Client Programs for the services you want to use
  • Communication software to establish your connection to the internet
36
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Define Download

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to copy a file from another computer on the internet to your computer

37
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Define Upload

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To copy a file from your computer to the internet

38
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What are the two types of computer programs that communicate with one another?

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  • One Requests a service
  • One Provides a Service
39
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Define Requesting

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that is called a client

40
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Define Service

A

it is called a server

41
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Define Client Programs

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It is a way to get information from a server to your computer.

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