What Do You Know About Yahoo? Trivia Quiz

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    Which of the following founded the Yahoo company?

    • Jerry Yang and David Filo
    • David Ross and Kyle Matt
    • David Yang and David Filo
    • None of the above
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Yahoo! (/ˈjɑːhuː/) is an American web services provider headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, and owned by Verizon Media. Yahoo was one of the pioneers of the early Internet era in the 1990s. What do you really know about Yahoo? Take this quiz to find out how well you know about Yahoo.

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  • 2. 
    What was the first name used by the two partners before changing the name to Yahoo? - ProProfs

    What was the first name used by the two partners before changing the name to Yahoo?

    • The internet's guide

    • Yahloo

    • Jerry and David's Guide to the World Wide Web

    • Yobo

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerry and David's Guide to the World Wide Web
    Explanation
    Before changing the name to Yahoo, the first name used by the two partners was "Jerry and David's Guide to the World Wide Web".

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  • 3. 
    A desktop web browser extension and mobile browser for iOS devices created and developed by Yahoo is called? - ProProfs

    A desktop web browser extension and mobile browser for iOS devices created and developed by Yahoo is called?

    • Yahoo SearchMonkey

    • Yahoo BOSS

    • Yahoo Axis

    • Yahoo Next

    Correct Answer
    A. Yahoo Axis
    Explanation
    Yahoo Axis is a desktop web browser extension and mobile browser for iOS devices created and developed by Yahoo.

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  • 4. 
    In which year did the company adopt the name 'Yahoo?' - ProProfs

    In which year did the company adopt the name 'Yahoo?'

    • 1995

    • 1994

    • 1898

    • 2008

    Correct Answer
    A. 1994
    Explanation
    In 1994, the company adopted the name 'Yahoo'.

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  • 5. 
    Yahoo Inc. is owned by - ProProfs

    Yahoo Inc. is owned by

    • Microsoft Corporation

    • Jerry Yang and David Filo

    • Verizon Communications

    • Google

    Correct Answer
    A. Verizon Communications
    Explanation
    Yahoo Inc. is owned by Verizon Communications. Verizon Communications acquired Yahoo Inc. in 2017, completing a deal that was announced in 2016. This acquisition allowed Verizon to integrate Yahoo's internet properties and digital advertising technology into its existing business. It also marked the end of Yahoo's independence as a company.

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  • 6. 
    When did Verizon Communications purchase Yahoo? - ProProfs

    When did Verizon Communications purchase Yahoo?

    • 2006

    • 1999

    • 2012

    • 2017

    Correct Answer
    A. 2017
    Explanation
    In 2017, Verizon Communications purchased Yahoo. This acquisition marked Verizon's expansion into the digital media and advertising market. By acquiring Yahoo, Verizon aimed to combine its existing assets with Yahoo's online properties and user base to create a stronger presence in the digital media industry. This purchase allowed Verizon to leverage Yahoo's technology and content to further enhance its offerings and compete with other major players in the market.

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  • 7. 
     What is the service that allows developers to build search applications based on Yahoo's search technology? - ProProfs

     What is the service that allows developers to build search applications based on Yahoo's search technology?

    • Yahoo BOSS

    • Y! Connect

    • Yahoo Meme

    • Yahoo Axis

    Correct Answer
    A. Yahoo BOSS
    Explanation
    Yahoo BOSS (Build your Own Search Service) is a service provided by Yahoo that allows developers to build search applications using Yahoo's search technology. It provides access to Yahoo's search index, allowing developers to create customized search experiences and integrate Yahoo's search functionality into their own applications. With Yahoo BOSS, developers have the flexibility to design and control the search results, filters, and ranking algorithms according to their specific requirements.

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  • 8. 
    What is the full meaning of Yahoo? - ProProfs

    What is the full meaning of Yahoo?

    • Yearlong Association Hierarchical Oracle

    • Yearly Awardwinning Hierarchical Opinionated Oracle

    • Yet Another Hierarchical Officious Opium

    • Yet Another Hierarchical Officious Oracle

    Correct Answer
    A. Yet Another Hierarchical Officious Oracle
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Yet Another Hierarchical Officious Oracle." This acronym is a playful and self-referential way to describe Yahoo, a popular internet search engine and web services provider. The phrase "Yet Another" suggests that Yahoo is just one of many similar services, while "Hierarchical" refers to its organization and structure. "Officious" implies that Yahoo may be overly assertive or intrusive in its offerings, and "Oracle" suggests that it provides authoritative information and guidance. Overall, the answer captures the essence of Yahoo's purpose and reputation in a clever and memorable way.

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  • 9. 
    Where is the headquarters of Yahoo? - ProProfs

    Where is the headquarters of Yahoo?

    • Mountain View, California

    • Redmond, Washington

    • Sunnyvale, California

    • San Francisco, California

    Correct Answer
    A. Sunnyvale, California
    Explanation
    The headquarters of Yahoo is located in Sunnyvale, California.

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  • 10. 
    Parts of the original Yahoo Inc, which were not purchased by Verizon Communications, were renamed - ProProfs

    Parts of the original Yahoo Inc, which were not purchased by Verizon Communications, were renamed

    • Yahoo Communications

    • Altaba Inc.

    • Yolo Inc.

    • Yafoom Inc.

    Correct Answer
    A. Altaba Inc.
    Explanation
    After Verizon Communications purchased parts of Yahoo Inc., the remaining parts were renamed as Altaba Inc. This renaming was done to reflect the change in ownership and to distinguish the remaining assets of Yahoo Inc. from the parts that were acquired by Verizon. Altaba Inc. is the new name for the remaining entity of Yahoo Inc. that was not purchased by Verizon Communications.

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