Internet Service Flashcards

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Broadband Internet

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Broadband Internet is a high-speed Internet connection that uses a digital subscriber line or cable modem. This type of connection is usually expensive, but it is also much faster

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Cable Internet

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Cable Internet uses the same infrastructure as cable television. It is one of the most popular types of home Internet service in the United States.

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Fiber Optic

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Fiber optic Internet is the newest type of home Internet service. It uses a network of thin, flexible fibers to deliver high-speed Internet.

One disadvantage of fiber optic Internet is that it is not available in all areas.

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Satellite Internet

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Satellite Internet uses a dish to receive signals from a satellite in space. It is available in many rural areas where other types of Internet service are not.

Satellite Internet is usually slower than cable.

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Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)

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DSL uses existing phone lines to deliver high-speed Internet, making it a popular choice for many people. One advantage of DSL is that it is widely available.

One disadvantage of DSL is that it can be slower than other types of Internet. Another disadvantage is that it requires a phone line, so you cannot use the Internet and make phone calls at the same time.

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Wireless Internet

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Wireless internet, also known as WiFi, is one of the most popular types of internet service. It uses radio waves to connect devices to the internet without the need for wires or cables.