Performance of a Network Flashcards
1
Q
What are internet speeds measured in?
A
Megabits per second.
2
Q
Which is faster, wired or wireless?
A
Wired.
3
Q
How do fiber optic cables transfer data?
A
Using light.
4
Q
What are the 2 bands of Wi-Fi network?
A
2.4GHz and 5GHz
5
Q
Other than higher speeds, why is a wired connection preferable?
A
Wired connections allow a larger amount of people to connect.
6
Q
What can negatively affect Wi-Fi connection?
A
Walls, floors and other waves on the same frequency.
7
Q
What is an advantage of Wireless networks?
A
Portable, can be accessed from mobile devices such as smartphones or laptops.
8
Q
What is an advantage of Wired networks?
A
They are more secure than wireless.
