Network Connection Types

You have a house that was built in 1904. You want to add internet as cheaply as possible, because there are no phone lines built in. Which would be the best choice?

• Copper wire

• Fiber Optic

• Wireless

In fiber optic cable, ​ (a)   travels along ​ (b)   to send information.

• light
• glass fibers
• electricity
• copper wires
• radio waves
• hubs
• networks

Copper wires use ​ (a)   to send ​ (b)   to the network.

• electricity
• frequencies
• light
• radio waves
• on/off patterns

The most common type of connection in the home (not on your cell phone!) is

• Copper Wire

• Fiber Optic

• Wireless

A major barrier to fast internet is ​ (a)   in areas where ISPs claim there is not enough ​ (b)  

• access
• money
• structure
• space
• type
• satellite

Match the frequency type to the connection.

• Wireless

• Electrical

• Copper Wire

• Radio

• Fiber Optic

• Light

When considering the longest distance to transmit data, which technology is known for offering the highest data transmission speeds?

• Copper Wire

• Fiber Optic

• Coaxial Cable

• Wireless

Which type of internet connection uses existing telephone lines to provide service?

• Fiber Optic

• Copper Wire/DSL

• Wireless

• Satellite

If you could have any connection at all, regardless of practicality, for gaming and high-definition streaming, which type of internet connection is preferred?

• DSL

• Satellite

• Fiber Optic

• Wireless

Which of the following is a benefit of using fiber optic cables over copper cables?

• Lower cost

• Higher data capacity

• More durable

• Easy to install