CYBER.ORG: AP Cybersecurity – Lesson 2.7.1 – Internet Service Types

Objective:

Students will be able to:

  • Identify and describe different internet service types.
  • Compare internet service types based on their pros and cons.
  • Analyze situations and determine which internet service type best meets a user’s needs.

Standards:

CompTIA Tech+ FC0-U71 Objective:
2.7 – Compare and contrast common internet service types.

  • Fiber optic
  • Cable
  • Digital subscriber line (DSL)
  • Wireless
    • RF
    • Satellite
    • Cellular

Guiding Question:

What are the different internet service types, and what should a user consider when choosing a service?

Resources:

  • Lesson Slides 2.7.1 – Internet Service Types.pptx and Activity Slides 2.7.1 – Internet Service Recommendation.pptx Presentations available on Google Classroom

Assignment:

  1. Read the Lesson Slides 2.7.1 – Internet Service Types.pptx Microsoft PowerPoint slideshow in today’s class.
  2. Work through the 2.7.1 – Internet Service Recommendation.pptx Activity in class using the materials provided in Google Classroom.
  3. Use the information gathered in the 2.7.1 – Internet Service Recommendation.pptx to complete the Student Handout 2.7.1 – Internet Service Types Check for Understanding activity using the materials provided in Google Classroom. (50 pts)

Assigned: January 28th, 2026
Teacher Pacing Due Date: January 29th, 2026