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