Internet Experiments

1. Microsoft's 'White Space Project' was recently in news. The project is related to:
   1. Broadband Connectivity
   2. Cloud Computing
   3. Grey matter in outer space
   4. Net Neutrality
       
2. Which of the following is incorrect regarding Google's Project Loon?
   1. It aims to provide connectivity to rural and remote areas.
   2. The project uses wireless communication technology called LTE (long term evolution).
   3. To provide connectivity to larger areas, the network of balloons is released in troposphere.
   4. Solar panels and wind is used to power electronic equipment in the balloon.
       
3. The BharatNet Project seeks to connect all of India’s households, particularly in rural areas, through broadband by which year:
   1. 2018
   2. 2017
   3. 2020
   4. 2025
       
4. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Optic Fiber Network (NOFN)?
   1. It aims to connect all metropolitan cities by 2018 through Optic Fiber Cable.
   2. The project is implemented by BSNL, Railtel and Power Grid. It is managed by Bharat Broad Band Nigam Limited (BBNL).
   3. NOFN will provide a minimum bandwidth of 100 Mbps.
   4. Only b and c are correct.

Answers:

1. a
2. c, To provide connectivity to larger areas, the network of balloons is released in stratosphere
3. b
4. d

Reference

1. Microsoft's 'White Space Project' : http://whitespaces.microsoftspectrum.com/
2. Google's Project Loon (YouTube Link): https://www.youtube.com/user/ProjectLoon
3. National Optic Fiber Network (NOFN): http://pib.nic.in/newsite/efeatures.aspx?relid=115280