Broadband

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Broadband

Broadband (/ˈbrɔːdbænd/) is a term that refers to high-speed data transmission in which a single cable can carry a large amount of data at once. The most common types of Internet broadband connections are cable modems (which use the same connection as cable TV) and DSL modems (which use your existing phone line).

Etymology

The term "broadband" originates from the field of physics, specifically signal processing. It is a combination of the words "broad", meaning wide, and "band", referring to a range of frequencies. The term was first used in this context in the 1980s, when the technology was developed that allowed for the transmission of multiple signals over a single cable.

Related Terms

  • Bandwidth: The maximum data transfer rate of a network or Internet connection, measured in bits per second.
  • DSL: Digital Subscriber Line, a method for moving data over regular phone lines.
  • Cable Modem: A type of modem that provides access to a data signal sent over the cable television infrastructure.
  • Fiber Optic: A technology that uses light to transmit data at high speeds.
  • Wireless Broadband: A technology that allows for high-speed wireless Internet and data network access.

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