Module1B: Connecting to the Internet Flashcards
What do you need to connect to the internet?
- A connection to the internet network
- A computing Device
- The Necessary Software
How do you get the most out of the internet?
have sufficient memory and speed to run programs as well as display graphics and multimedia
What are 2 examples of peripheral devices?
A mouse and a keyboard
What are the 3 Types of devices that can connect to the internet?
- Computer
- Mobile Devices
- Television
Define Internet Service Providers
An ISP is a company that lets you access the internet for a fee.
What kind of ISP’s are there?
National and Local
Define National ISP’s
They usually have large networks with established infrastructures and extensive resources. They may cost more but may be more reliable
What else does ISP’s do?
- Long Distance
- Phone Companies
- Cable
- TV Companies
- Local Phone Companies
Does ISP’s Charge a fee?
Yes, usually a monthly fee.
Define Modem
A Modem is a small piece of hardware that lets two computers communicate with each other by means of phone lines, fiber optics, cable or satellite.
How many internet Connection Types are there?
- Dial Up
- Cable
- DSL
- Fiber Optics
- Wifi
- Satellite
- Mobile Broadband
Define Dial Up Connection
it requires a modem and a telephone line to connect to the internet
What years was Dial up Connection used most?
during the 1990’s and early 2000’s
Define Cable Connection
It provides a faster connection than dial-up and is generally more expensive
Define DSL
Digital Subscriber Line allows digital info to be sent at high speed over ordinary telephone lines.
Define Fiber Optics
is uses data using pulsating light instead of copper wire and is replacing the use of DSL
Define WiFi
can connect to the internet using “hotspot” or wireless broadband
Define Satellite
An installed satellite dish is required to access the internet and download information. It’s definitely the most expensive
Define Mobile Broadband
also referred as the Wireless Wide Area Network, it allows your computer to be its own hotspot.
Define Broadband
commonly used term, it generally refers to high-speed connections using Cable, DSL, Fiber Optics or Satellite..
What are some Pros of Dial-up?
- Available almost everywhere
- Affordable form of internet access for most people
- A variety of providers to choose from
What are some Cons of Dial-up?
- Slowest internet access
- Performance can vary considerably depending on your location
- Can tie up the telephone line (a user needs to disconnect to use the phone)
What are some Pro’s of Cable internet?
- Provides an “always on” connection
- No need to disconnect to use the phone
- Fast upload speeds make it suitable for online games or two-way video
What are some Con’s of Cable Internet?
- Available only in areas with cable TV
- Access slows considerably during peak periods as bandwidth is shared with other users
- Upload speeds are slower than download speeds
