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Explore your knowledge of common acronyms with this engaging quiz! Test your understanding of terms from various fields including technology and web development. Ideal for learners looking to assess their familiarity with everyday acronyms.

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  • 2. 

    SIM

    • Subscriber Information Module

    • Sensitive Information Misuse

    • Sender Information Module

    Correct Answer
    A. Subscriber Information Module
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Subscriber Information Module. A SIM card is a small chip that is inserted into a mobile device to identify and authenticate the subscriber. It contains important information such as the subscriber's phone number, contacts, and network authorization data. The SIM card allows the user to access cellular services and store personal data securely. Therefore, the term "Subscriber Information Module" accurately describes the purpose and functionality of a SIM card.

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    WLAN

    • Wireless Local Area Network

    • Wired Local Area Network

    • Wi-fi Local Access Network

    Correct Answer
    A. Wireless Local Area Network
    Explanation
    WLAN stands for Wireless Local Area Network, which is a type of network that allows devices to connect and communicate wirelessly within a specific geographic area, such as a home, office, or campus. This network uses radio waves to transmit data between devices, eliminating the need for physical cables. WLANs are commonly used to provide internet access and enable communication between devices, such as computers, smartphones, and printers, within a limited area.

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    This you should know! HTML:

    • Hypertext Motherboard Language

    • Hypertext Markup Language

    • HTTP Markup Language

    Correct Answer
    A. Hypertext Markup Language
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hypertext Markup Language." HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language, which is the standard markup language used for creating web pages and applications. It is used to structure the content of a webpage by using tags to define elements such as headings, paragraphs, images, links, and more. HTML allows web browsers to interpret and display the content correctly, ensuring a consistent and standardized format across different devices and platforms.

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    SMS:

    • Service Message System

    • Short Message Service

    • Speedy Message Sent

    Correct Answer
    A. Short Message Service
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Short Message Service". This is because SMS stands for Short Message Service, which is a communication protocol used for sending text messages between mobile devices. It allows users to send short, concise messages to one another, typically limited to a maximum of 160 characters. The other options, "Service Message System" and "Speedy Message Sent", are not accurate definitions of the acronym SMS.

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    B2B

    • Business-To-Business

    • Brand-To-Business

    • Break Through Brands

    Correct Answer
    A. Business-To-Business
    Explanation
    The term "B2B" stands for "Business-To-Business," which refers to the exchange of goods, services, or information between two businesses rather than between a business and a consumer. This term is commonly used in the context of marketing and sales strategies that target other businesses as customers.

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    Ok this is easy: NEWS

    • Novel Establishments and Weather Statistics

    • North East West South

    • New Establishments, Weather and Sports

    Correct Answer
    A. North East West South
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "North East West South." The given options are all possible expansions of the acronym NEWS. However, the answer "North East West South" is the most commonly known expansion, representing the four cardinal directions.

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    PDF:

    • Portable Document Format

    • Printable Document Format

    • Private Data Format

    Correct Answer
    A. Portable Document Format
    Explanation
    Portable Document Format (PDF) is a file format used to present and exchange documents reliably, independent of software, hardware, or operating system. It allows documents to be viewed and printed exactly as intended, regardless of the device or software used. The term "portable" refers to the fact that PDF files can be easily shared and accessed on different platforms without any loss of formatting or data. Therefore, the correct answer is Portable Document Format.

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    DHTML:

    • Divisional Hypertext Motherboard Language

    • Dynamic Hypertext Markup Language

    • Digital Hypertext Transfer Markup Language

    Correct Answer
    A. Dynamic Hypertext Markup Language
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Dynamic Hypertext Markup Language. DHTML is a combination of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript that allows for dynamic and interactive web pages. It enables elements on a webpage to be manipulated and changed dynamically, providing a more engaging user experience.

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  • 10. 

    GIF

    • Graphic Interchange Format

    • Graphic Information Format

    • Group Information Format

    Correct Answer
    A. Graphic Interchange Format
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Graphic Interchange Format. GIF stands for Graphic Interchange Format, which is a file format used for images and animations. It was developed by CompuServe in 1987 and has become widely popular due to its support for animation and its ability to compress files without significant loss of quality. GIF files use a limited color palette and are commonly used for simple graphics, logos, and short animations on the web.

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    JPEG

    • Java Picture Extentension Graphic

    • Joint Photographic Experts Group

    • JQuery Picture Extendable Graphic

    Correct Answer
    A. Joint Photographic Experts Group
    Explanation
    JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group. It is a commonly used file format for storing and transmitting digital images. The name "Joint Photographic Experts Group" refers to the organization that created the JPEG standard. This format uses a lossy compression algorithm to reduce the file size of images while maintaining a good level of quality. JPEG files are widely supported by various devices and software applications, making them a popular choice for sharing and displaying photographs on the internet.

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  • 12. 

    POP3:

    • Post Office Protocol v3

    • Priority Operation Protocol v3

    • Post Office Pension section3

    Correct Answer
    A. Post Office Protocol v3
    Explanation
    POP3 stands for Post Office Protocol v3. It is an internet standard protocol used for receiving emails from a remote server to a local email client. POP3 allows users to download their emails from the server to their devices and store them locally. It is widely used by email clients to retrieve emails and is known for its simplicity and efficiency.

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  • 13. 

    COBOL:

    • COmmon Business Orientated Language

    • COntext-Based Output Language

    • Common Oriented Business Output Language

    Correct Answer
    A. COmmon Business Orientated Language
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "COmmon Business Orientated Language" because COBOL stands for Common Business Orientated Language. It is a programming language that was designed for business applications.

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    Ajax

    • Animated Javascript and XML

    • ASP, Java and XML

    • Asynchronous JavaScript and XML

    Correct Answer
    A. Asynchronous JavaScript and XML
    Explanation
    Asynchronous JavaScript and XML (Ajax) is a web development technique that allows for the updating of web pages without the need to reload the entire page. It enables the exchange of data between the browser and the server in the background, asynchronously, without interfering with the user's interaction with the web page. This technology is widely used to create dynamic and interactive web applications.

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