IT ENGLISH: Technical Terminology - ADSL

What does ADSL stand for?

• Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line

• Asymmetric Data Service Line

• Analog Digital Subscriber Line

• Asymmetric Digital Service Line

What is the main difference between ADSL and SDSL?

• ADSL has higher download speed than upload speed

• ADSL has equal upload and download speeds

• ADSL uses fiber optic cables while SDSL uses copper telephone lines

• ADSL is a wireless connection while SDSL is a wired connection

Why is ADSL considered an asymmetric connection?

• Because it offers higher upload speed than download speed

• Because it offers equal upload and download speeds

• Because it uses different frequency spectrum for upload and download traffic

• Because it uses fiber optic cables for data transmission

Why do ISPs allocate more spectrum to download speeds in ADSL?

• Because most home Internet users upload more data than they download

• Because copper telephone lines have limited bandwidth

• Because it provides a symmetrical connection

• Because it offers higher upload speed

What is the maximum download speed of an SDSL line compared to an ADSL line?

• The same

• Higher

• Lower

• Depends on the ISP

Which type of Internet connection provides equal upload and download speeds?

• ADSL

• SDSL

• Fiber optic

• Wireless

What type of lines does ADSL use for data transmission?

• Copper telephone lines

• Fiber optic cables

• Coaxial cables

• Ethernet cables

What does SDSL stand for?

• Symmetric Digital Subscriber Line

• Synchronous Digital Service Line

• Standard Digital Subscriber Line

• Synchronized Digital Service Line

Why does SDSL provide symmetrical connection?

• Because it uses fiber optic cables

• Because it splits the available spectrum evenly

• Because it has higher upload speed

• Because it is a wireless connection

Which type of Internet connection is more commonly used by home users?

• ADSL

• SDSL

• Fiber optic

• Wireless