Computer Applications- Internet: Accessing The Internet

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    What does .ORG mean?

    • A website from UK
    • A website representing an international company
    • A website representing an organization
    • A website representing an educational establishment
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Explore the fundamentals of the Internet with this engaging quiz on 'Computer Applications- Internet: Accessing the Internet'. Assess your understanding of key concepts like the Internet, World Wide Web, internet browsers, HTTP, and URL translation. Enhance your internet literacy and technical skills.

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  • 2. 

    What is www.google.com?

    • A hypertext translator

    • An e-mail service

    • A internet service provider

    • A search engine

    Correct Answer
    A. A search engine
    Explanation
    www.google.com is a search engine. It is a website that allows users to search for information on the internet by entering keywords or phrases. Google's search engine uses complex algorithms to analyze and index webpages, providing users with relevant search results based on their queries. Google is known for its comprehensive search capabilities and is widely used as a primary tool for finding information online.

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  • 3. 

    What is the Internet?

    • A collection of interconnected documents

    • A collection of interconnected computers

    • A collection of interconnected computer networks

    • A collection of websites

    Correct Answer
    A. A collection of interconnected computer networks
    Explanation
    The Internet is a vast network of interconnected computer networks that allows for the exchange of information and communication between computers worldwide. It is not limited to just documents or websites, but encompasses a wide range of digital resources and services. Therefore, the correct answer is "A collection of interconnected computer networks."

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    What does .EDU mean?

    • A website from UK

    • A website representing an international company

    • A website representing an organization

    • A website representing an educational establishment

    Correct Answer
    A. A website representing an educational establishment
    Explanation
    .EDU is a top-level domain (TLD) used primarily in the United States to designate educational institutions. It is reserved exclusively for accredited post-secondary institutions, such as universities, colleges, and schools. Websites with the .EDU extension are commonly used by educational establishments to provide information about their programs, courses, faculty, and other related information. This TLD helps users identify and trust websites that are affiliated with reputable educational organizations.

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  • 5. 

    What is needed to get on the internet?

    • A computer

    • A phone line

    • An internet service provider

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    To get on the internet, all of the mentioned options are required. A computer is needed to access the internet, a phone line is necessary for connecting to the internet service provider, and an internet service provider is essential for providing the internet connection. Therefore, all of the above options are necessary to access the internet.

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  • 6. 

    What does .COM mean?

    • A website from UK

    • A website representing an international company

    • A website representing an organization

    • A website representing an educational establishment

    Correct Answer
    A. A website representing an international company
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "A website representing an international company." This is because the .COM domain extension is commonly used for commercial websites, including those representing international companies. The .COM domain is one of the most widely recognized and used top-level domains, and it is often associated with businesses and commercial entities.

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  • 7. 

    What does .UK mean?

    • A website from UK

    • A website representing an international company

    • A website representing an organization

    • A website representing an educational establishment

    Correct Answer
    A. A website from UK
    Explanation
    The .UK domain extension is used for websites from the United Kingdom. It is a country-specific top-level domain that indicates the website is based in the UK. Therefore, the correct answer is "A website from UK."

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  • 8. 

    Which of the following is an internet browser?

    • Internet Explorer

    • Netscape

    • Opera

    • Safari

    • All of the Above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the Above
    Explanation
    All of the options listed (Internet Explorer, Netscape, Opera, and Safari) are internet browsers. Internet Explorer is a web browser developed by Microsoft, Netscape is a discontinued web browser, Opera is a web browser developed by Opera Software, and Safari is a web browser developed by Apple. Therefore, all of the options provided are valid internet browsers.

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    What does HTTP stand for?

    • Hypertext Transfer Tree Protocol

    • Hyperlink Tansfer Protocol

    • Hypertext Transfer Protocol

    • Hyperlink Transfer Tree Protocol

    Correct Answer
    A. Hypertext Transfer Protocol
    Explanation
    HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol. It is the protocol used for transmitting hypermedia documents, such as HTML files, over the internet. It is the foundation of data communication for the World Wide Web.

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  • 10. 

    What does URL do?

    • Allows user to access the internet

    • Translates the numbers used by HTTP into memorable letters

    • Provides the Back, Forward, and Stop function buttons

    • A system used to create websites

    Correct Answer
    A. Translates the numbers used by HTTP into memorable letters
    Explanation
    URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, and it is a string of characters that provides the address of a resource on the internet. It is used to translate the numerical IP addresses used by HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) into memorable letters or words that can be easily understood and remembered by users. In other words, a URL helps users access specific web pages or resources on the internet by providing a human-readable address that can be entered into a web browser.

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  • 11. 

    What is the World Wide Web?

    • A collection of interconnected documents

    • A collection of interconnected computers

    • A collection of interconnected computer networks

    • A collection of websites

    Correct Answer
    A. A collection of interconnected documents
    Explanation
    The World Wide Web is a collection of interconnected documents that are linked together through hyperlinks. These documents can be accessed through the internet and can contain various types of content such as text, images, videos, and audio. The web allows users to navigate between different documents by clicking on hyperlinks, creating a vast network of interconnected information. It is important to note that the World Wide Web is just one aspect of the internet, which also includes other services such as email and file transfer.

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