Internet Connection Types (6.1)

These flashcards cover vocabulary related to internet connection types, networking hardware, and protocols discussed in Lesson 6A, aimed at helping students prepare for their exam.

ISP (Internet Service Provider)

A company that provides internet access to customers.

WAN Interface

A point-to-point connection that links a local network to an ISP's network.

Digital Modem

A device that connects a local network to an ISP's network for Internet access.

Router

A device that forwards data between networks, implementing the Internet Protocol (IP).

IP (Internet Protocol)

The principal communications protocol for relaying datagrams (packets) across a network.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

A technology for high-speed internet access that uses existing telephone lines.

ADSL (Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line)

A type of DSL that provides a faster download speed than upload speed.

VDSL (Very High-Speed Digital Subscriber Line)

An advanced DSL technology that allows for higher bit rates at shorter distances.

Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)

An internet connection where fiber optic cable is run directly to the customer's location.

Latency

The time it takes for a signal to travel from the source to the destination in a network.

Satellite Internet

A type of internet connection that uses satellite communication to provide access, typically with higher latency.

Fixed Wireless Internet Access

An internet connection that uses radio signals to connect to a service provider from a fixed location.

ACL (Access Control List)

A set of rules that manage permissions for network traffic in a firewall.

Firewalls

Network security devices that monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic based on security rules.

3G

A generation of cellular technology that provides mobile internet access.

4G LTE

The fourth generation of mobile communication technology, offering high-speed internet access.

5G

The fifth generation of mobile networks, providing faster speeds and lower latency compared to previous generations.

F-type Connector

A type of coaxial connector commonly used for cable television, satellite, and broadband internet connections.

VPN

A virtual private network that extends a private network across a public network, allowing users to send and receive data securely.