L2 ICT U1 Internet Connection Methods & Protocols Flashcard

Front

What are the three main methods of connecting to the internet?

Back

Wireless, broadband, and dial-up

Front

Advantage of wireless connections?

Back

They allow internet access wherever a wireless connection is available.

Front

What is a disadvantage of broadband connections compared to wireless and dial-up connections?

Back

It is limited by the length of the network cable.

Front

Which type of connection uses existing telephone lines and is available in places where broadband may not be?

Back

Dial-up connections

Front

What is one of the advantages of broadband connections over wireless and dial-up connections?

Back

It offers a faster connection.

Front

What is a disadvantage of dial-up connections when compared to broadband and wireless connections?

Back

It is much slower than broadband and wireless connections.

Front

What can be a potential issue with dial-up connections during the transmission process?

Back

They can have errors during the digital-to-analogue conversion.

Front

What is the measure of the maximum capacity of a network called?

Back

Bandwidth

Front

What does the transmission rate refer to?

Back

The actual amount of data that has been transferred across the network in a specified period of time

Front

Can the transmission rate exceed the actual bandwidth of an internet connection?

Back

No, it can never exceed the bandwidth but can be less due to other factors.