Case Studies
The Internet = A Giant Road System
The Internet = A Giant Road System
Imagine the internet like a massive highway system that connects cities, neighborhoods, and homes. But instead of cars carrying people, these roads carry information (data).
Your Device = The Car
Your phone, computer, or tablet is like a car. It gets on the internet “road” to travel somewhere and pick up or drop off information.
Wi-Fi/Modem = Your Driveway
Your home Wi-Fi or modem is the driveway where your car starts its trip. It connects your car (device) to the main road (internet).
Router = The Traffic Director
The router is like a traffic light and GPS system. It tells your data where to go and how to get there without crashing into other data.
Your Internet Provider (ISP) = The Road Company
Companies like Aeneas are like road builders and maintainers. They lay down the roads (fiber, cable, etc.) and charge a fee to use them.
Websites = Destinations
Google, Netflix, Facebook, etc., are like stores or buildings your car is trying to reach. You send your data there (like placing an order), and they send data back (like delivering what you asked for).
Speed = How Fast You Can Drive
Your internet speed is like your speed limit. Fast speeds (like fiber internet) mean you can reach places and get your info quickly, even with a lot of traffic (other users).
Upload and Download = Two-Way Streets
Downloading is like bringing a package home (streaming a movie, viewing a photo). Uploading is like sending something out (emailing a file, posting a video). With fiber, both directions are fast—like a two-lane highway with no traffic jams.
Network Congestion = Traffic Jam
If too many cars (devices) are using the road at the same time, you hit slowdowns. This happens more on older, smaller roads (like DSL or cable).
Viruses & Hackers = Road Hazards
Just like bad drivers or broken roads, viruses and hackers can mess things up. You need safety gear like antivirus software and passwords—like seatbelts and airbags.
