Banda ancha (broadband)
Definition
Banda ancha refers to high-capacity transmission channels that can carry multiple signals simultaneously, enabling fast communication over long distances.
Analogy
Imagine banda ancha as a wide river with multiple lanes. Just like how a wide river can accommodate many boats at once, banda ancha allows for the simultaneous transmission of various types of data.
Related terms
Dial-up internet: Dial-up internet is a slower and older method of connecting to the internet using a telephone line.
Upload speed: Upload speed refers to how quickly data can be sent from your device to the internet.
Download speed: Download speed refers to how quickly data can be received from the internet to your device.
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