Quiz on How the Internet Works

What material is used for the wires that carry light waves in internet cables?

• Copper

• Plastic

• Aluminum

• Fiberglass

What is the main purpose of Loon?

• To test new aircraft technology

• To monitor wildlife migration

• To provide internet access to people below

• To study weather patterns

What is the major innovation of 5G technology that allows for faster internet connection?

• Lower frequency waves

• Higher frequency waves

• No waves used

• Sound waves

What is the primary function of the internet backbone?

• To provide internet access to rural areas

• To connect different networks and facilitate data transfer

• To regulate internet traffic

• To store all internet data

What is the purpose of the internet hub shown in the video?

• To provide free internet access

• To host internet speed tests

• To connect different networks and route data efficiently

• To monitor internet usage

What is the main challenge faced by companies in providing low-cost, high-speed internet access in certain areas?

• Government regulations

• Difficulty in laying fiber optic cabling in sparsely populated areas

• High demand for internet services

• Lack of skilled technicians

What is the purpose of the lightweight cable used by SubCom in the middle of the ocean?

• To provide power to the submarine

• To transmit radio signals

• To carry internet data

• To anchor the submarine

What is the role of the internet service provider (ISP) in data transmission?

• To analyze data packets and determine the most efficient route

• To provide customer support

• To manufacture internet cables

• To design websites

What is the primary function of the router in the internet connectivity process?

• To provide internet security

• To connect wireless devices to the internet

• To convert binary data into radio waves

• To analyze data packets and route them to their destination

What is the significance of the physical infrastructure of the internet in connecting people globally?

• Equal access to the internet for all individuals

• Transmission of data through radio waves

• Importance of undersea cables in internet connectivity

• Need for complementary technologies like satellites and balloons