Revolutionary Internet Technology: Transmitting Data Through Electricity Cables

Revolutionary Internet Technology: Transmitting Data Through Electricity Cables

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Architecture, Engineering

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The video discusses traditional dial-up internet connectivity and introduces a new technology developed in Canada and Britain that uses electricity cables for internet access. This system, developed by Nortel, allows internet traffic to be carried over the existing electricity supply grid, offering speeds up to 20 times faster than current telephone network methods. The video explains the technical challenges of isolating digital signals from electrical interference and highlights the potential for this technology to deliver internet, electricity, and TV through a single cable.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What challenges were faced in transmitting data over electricity cables?

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What future possibilities does the new system suggest for home connectivity?

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