220-1101 Question 153
Single answerInternet connection typesA small construction company is opening a temporary job-site office in a rural area for six months. The office needs internet access for cloud-based project management, email, and occasional VoIP calls. There is no cable or fiber service at the site, and the owner does not want to pay for a long-term wired installation. Which internet connection type is the MOST appropriate for this situation?
- A
Satellite internet
- B
Fiber optic internet
- C
DSL
- D
Cable internet
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The best answer is satellite internet because the scenario emphasizes three practical constraints: the site is rural, it is temporary, and no cable or fiber service is available. On the A+ Core 1 exam, candidates are expected to match internet connection types to real deployment conditions, not just compare speeds. Satellite is a standard solution for remote areas where wired broadband is unavailable. A technician should also recognize the tradeoff: satellite often has higher latency than cable or fiber, which can affect VoIP quality, but it remains the most appropriate option when availability is limited. This aligns with common industry guidance from internet service providers and networking best practices: choose the connection type based first on service availability, installation feasibility, and business requirements, then evaluate performance characteristics such as bandwidth and latency.
- A. Correct.
Correct. Satellite internet is commonly used in rural or temporary locations where terrestrial broadband options such as cable, fiber, or DSL are unavailable. It can be deployed without local wired infrastructure, making it a practical choice for a temporary job-site office. Although latency is typically higher than wired services, it still fits the scenario better than the other options because availability and short-term practicality are the key requirements.
- B. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Fiber optic internet would provide excellent speed and low latency, which would be ideal for cloud services and VoIP. However, the scenario specifically states that there is no fiber service available at the site, and the owner does not want a long-term wired installation. Choosing fiber ignores both the availability limitation and the temporary nature of the office.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect. DSL can be a reasonable broadband option in some areas because it uses existing telephone infrastructure. However, the scenario indicates there is no suitable wired broadband service available and the company does not want a wired installation. DSL also depends on proximity to the provider's central office and existing copper phone service, which may not be practical at a rural temporary site.
- D. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Cable internet is a common broadband service for homes and businesses, but it requires local cable infrastructure from the provider. The scenario states that cable service is not available at the site. This option is plausible because cable is common in many business environments, but it does not fit the stated site limitations.