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2.5 Broadband Internet Connection - Coggle Diagram
2.5 Broadband Internet Connection
Satellite
user :
anyone
Provides high-speed internet connection via
transmission media :
satellite dish
device :
satellite modem
advantage :
Does not tie up with local phone service or cable TV subscription
High speed internet access in rural / remote areas where cable and DSL are not available
disadvantage :
Connection speed is slower than DSL and cable
More expensive than DSL and cable
Define Broadband
Broadband is wide bandwidth data transmission which transports multiple signals and traffic types.
DSL
User : This is primarily used in residences and small
businesses that
Advantage :
Connection speed is much faster than dialup internet access
Available wherever there is an existing telephone network, and
it offers a reliable and affordable connection.
provides high speed internet connection via
Device :
telephone network
transmission media :
DSL modem
Disadvantage :
DSL connection receives data faster, but it lacks speed during
transmission
Availability is an issue in remote areas
Cable Internet Services
user :
share a semi-LAN connection to the internet with other members
of their neighbourhood.
advantage :
High connection speed
Convenient – you are always connected to the internet
Provides high-speed internet connection via
Device :
cable television
transmission media :
cable modem
disadvantage :
Higher price than dialup and DSL connection
Not available to all cable TV networks
FTTP
user :
FTTH (Fiber to the Home) provides home users
with Internet access via fiber-optic cable.
advantage :
Incredibly fast download and upload speeds with high quality streaming media even over long distances that are fantastic for video, audio, web surfing and gaming.
Fiber only loses only about 3% of its signal strength over about 100 m, while copper can lose up to 94% over the same distance
provides high speed internet connection via
device :
fiber-optic cable
transmisson media :
modem
disadvantage :
It is difficult and expensive to install because Fiber optic cable is generally buried, companies often have to dig up ong trenches to put the cable in
Proprietary networks
Mobile Broadband
advantage :
Ease of use as it is flexible enough to use the features and functions of almost all public and private networks
Saves money because user no need to purchase a landline and pay for landline rental
user :
Suitable for those who live in an area with good mobile
phone coverage
disadvantage :
The upload and download speed of the mobile internet is always fluctuating and depends on its location
Most providers limit the amount user can upload and download and if user go over the limit then user will have to pay.
provides high-speed internet connection via
device :
cellular radio network
transmission media :
wireless modem
Fixed Wireless
user :
free accessing
provides high-speed internet connection via
device
dish-shaped antenna
transmission media
radio signals.
advantage :
It allows much more mobility.
People will free accessing the internet without cable.
disadvantage :
The cost for subscribers tends to be relatively higher than other forms of
broadband
Obstructions from hills or trees prohibit it being installed in some locations.
Wi-Fi
advantage :
Economical networking solution
A network can be set up without cabling and wiring
user :
own specific service to buy
disadvantage :
Wi-Fi network has limited range
Wireless encryption standard is easy to break
provides high speed internet connection via
device
mobile computer
transmission media
radio signals