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How internet cables connect continents
  • 1. What primarily connects continents through the ocean?
A) Radio waves
B) Submarine cables
C) Wireless towers
D) Satellite signals
  • 2. Which ocean is known for having the most submarine cables?
A) The Pacific Ocean
B) The Indian Ocean
C) The Atlantic Ocean
D) The Arctic Ocean
  • 3. Which organization is responsible for the regulation of submarine cables?
A) Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
B) World Trade Organization (WTO)
C) International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
D) United Nations (UN)
  • 4. Why are submarine cables preferred over satellites for internet transmission?
A) Less prone to interference
B) Lower latency and higher bandwidth
C) Greater coverage area
D) Easier to install
  • 5. What is the purpose of repeater stations in submarine cables?
A) To convert data formats
B) To store data temporarily
C) To boost signal strength
D) To change cable direction
  • 6. What role do maintenance ships play in submarine cable operations?
A) Host data centers
B) Monitor signal strength
C) Repair damaged cables
D) Install new satellites
  • 7. What does 'geographical redundancy' mean in internet cable infrastructure?
A) A backup server system
B) Limitations on cable length
C) Having multiple cables in different routes
D) Using the same cable multiple times
  • 8. What is the typical lifespan of a submarine cable?
A) 10 years
B) 25 years
C) 5 years
D) 50 years
  • 9. Which country has the largest number of submarine cables?
A) China
B) United States
C) Brazil
D) India
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