BTEC DIT - C3 - Tethering & Personal Hotspots

What is tethering an example of?

• A wired-only connection method

• A software development technique

• A permanent network solution

• An ad hoc network

What general term is given to the concept of one device connecting to another to share its internet connection?

• Bridging

• Routing

• Switching

• Tethering

Which of the following is NOT a common way to tether two devices?

• Using a USB cable

• Through a wireless connection

• Via satellite transmission

• Creating a personal hotspot

What is required for tethering to occur?

• A device with an internet connection and one or more devices without

• At least two devices without internet connection

• A software installation

• A dedicated router

What is a major benefit of tethering as an ad hoc network?

• It is the most stable form of connection

• It requires a lot of setup

• It can be set up quickly and is very flexible

• It consumes a lot of data

What is a potential cost implication of tethering?

• It reduces your phone bill

• It is always free

• It has no impact on data usage

• It can use up your data allowance and may cost money if you go over

Why might the battery drain faster when tethering?

• Because the device is having to broadcast a signal, doing more work

• Because it reduces the need for battery power

• Because the device is not being used

• Because the battery is faulty

What is a limitation of the range when using a wireless hotspot for tethering?

• The range extends to several kilometers

• The range is determined by the internet service provider

• The range is unlimited

• The range is usually quite low

Why can the connection be unstable when tethering?

• Because the devices are designed primarily as routers

• Because the connection is too strong

• Because the internet is too fast

• Because the devices are not designed primarily as broadcast devices

What can cause interference and potentially slow down the connection when tethering?

• Having other networks or devices connected at the same time

• Turning off the hotspot feature

• Using a wired connection

• Having multiple dedicated routers connected