Which entity provides access to the Internet?

• A. An organization that provides access to the Internet
• B. A software development company
• C. A local hardware store
• D. A type of firewall

Answer: (A)

Access to the Internet is provided by an Internet Service Provider, the organization that maintains the network path you use to reach other computers online. They supply the actual connection, manage your account, and handle the terms of service so you can browse, email, and use apps. The other options don’t fit because a software development company builds software, not a network connection; a local hardware store sells equipment but doesn’t provide access; a firewall controls traffic between networks and doesn’t offer a connection itself.