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Chapter 10, Problem 2MC

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Differences between DSL, Cable modem, FTTH, and WiMax services:

DSLCable modemFTTHWiMax
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) is a technology that transports high-bandwidth data through a simple telephone line that is directly connected to a modemCable modem is a technology that always provides high-speed Internet access over a shared cable television line.Fiber to the home (FTTH) or fiber to the premises (FTTP) is a technology that delivers communication signal through optical fiber.WiMax means Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is the upcoming new technology standard for long-distance wireless communications.
It uses point-to-point technology.It uses shared multipoint circuits.It uses point-to-point technology.It uses shared multipoint services.
It is responsible for connection between the computer and the telephone line.It is responsible for connection between the computer and the television line...

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Recommended service to Sam:

Sam is a casual web user. They surf the web for fun, to buy things, and to research for his classes...

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