NSPs Are Private Companies That Own and Maintain the Worldwide

question 88

Multiple Choice

NSPs are private companies that own and maintain the worldwide backbone that supports the Internet.Which of the below is not an NSP?

• A)Sprint
• B)Verizon
• C)Microsoft
• D)AT&T

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