The Internet Quiz: Basic Terms! Trivia

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    Which of the following is the domain name for Malta?

    • Fr
    • Mt
    • De
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Explore the basics of the internet with 'The Internet Quiz: Basic Terms! Trivia'. This quiz covers fundamental concepts including internet structure, the World Wide Web, ISPs, URLs, and domain names. Enhance your understanding of digital connectivity and its components.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following do you associate with a government department's website?

    • .gov

    • .com

    • .org

    Correct Answer
    A. .gov
    Explanation
    'gov' in a URL shows it is a web page belonging to a government body or government department.

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  • 3. 

    Internet stands for?

    • Internal Net

    • International Network

    • International Netting

    Correct Answer
    A. International Network
    Explanation
    Inter - International
    Net - Network

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  • 4. 

    WWW stands for?

    • World Wide Web

    • Word Width Web

    • World War Web

    Correct Answer
    A. World Wide Web
    Explanation
    WWW stands for World Wide Web which is the part of the internet where we find web pages.

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  • 5. 

    What is an ISP?

    • An ISP is an Internet Service Provider and is a company that provides us with access to the internet

    • An ISP is a fast internet connection

    • An ISP is part of the WWW

    Correct Answer
    A. An ISP is an Internet Service Provider and is a company that provides us with access to the internet
    Explanation
    An ISP is the company we pay money to so that they give us access to the internet.

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  • 6. 

    Documents (web pages) on the World Wide Web can contain?

    • Text only

    • Text and images only

    • Text, images, audio and video

    Correct Answer
    A. Text, images, audio and video
    Explanation
    The web pages we see on the internet can have pictures (images), sound (audio) and videos as well as text (words) in them.

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  • 7. 

    What is HTML?

    • It is the language used to create and link documents like web pages

    • It is software used to surf the internet

    • It is a fast internet connection

    Correct Answer
    A. It is the language used to create and link documents like web pages
    Explanation
    HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language and is the language used to create web page

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  • 8. 

    What do we call the application software we use to locate and display web pages (e.g. Internet Explorer)?

    • Spreadsheet

    • Wordprocessor

    • Web Browser

    Correct Answer
    A. Web Browser
    Explanation
    A Web Browser (like Internet Explorer or Firefox) is the software we use to find and view web pages.

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  • 9. 

    What is encryption?

    • The use of a search engine to find information.

    • Putting data into a secret code so that if anyone sees it he won't be able to udnerstand it.

    • The use of a firewall.

    Correct Answer
    A. Putting data into a secret code so that if anyone sees it he won't be able to udnerstand it.
    Explanation
    Encryption is the process of converting data into a secret code to ensure that it remains secure and protected from unauthorized access. By encrypting data, it becomes unreadable to anyone who does not have the decryption key, making it difficult for them to understand the information. This helps to maintain confidentiality and privacy, especially when transmitting sensitive data over networks or storing it on devices. Encryption is an essential technique in maintaining data security and preventing unauthorized individuals from accessing or deciphering sensitive information.

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  • 10. 

    What is a program that searches web pages for specified keywords like the one found on www.Google.com called?

    • Search Engine

    • Web Browser

    • Database

    Correct Answer
    A. Search Engine
    Explanation
    We use a Search Engine to search the WWW for information.

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  • 11. 

    Which of the following is/are malware?

    • Viruses only

    • Spyware and worms

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Malware is any program made on purpose to secretly enter and damage a computer system

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  • 12. 

    Hypertext is

    • Very important text in a website (e.g. title)

    • Words on a webpage that you can click on in order to follow a link (e.g. to go to another web page)

    • The address of a web page

    Correct Answer
    A. Words on a webpage that you can click on in order to follow a link (e.g. to go to another web page)
    Explanation
    Hypertext refers to words on a webpage that can be clicked on to navigate to another web page. It allows users to easily access related information or resources by simply clicking on the highlighted text. This feature is commonly used in websites to provide additional information, references, or to direct users to other relevant web pages.

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  • 13. 

    One way we can know a site is secure is that:

    • A small padlock icon is shown in the web browser

    • The website has .org in its address

    • The website does not have hypertext

    Correct Answer
    A. A small padlock icon is shown in the web browser
    Explanation
    The presence of a small padlock icon in the web browser indicates that the site is secure. This icon typically appears in the address bar or next to the website's URL. It signifies that the connection between the user's device and the website is encrypted, ensuring that any data transmitted is protected from unauthorized access. This is an important security feature, as it helps to prevent sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card details, from being intercepted by hackers.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following would be the URL of a non-profit organisation?

    • Www.wwf.org

    • Www.cnn.com

    • Www.gov.mt

    Correct Answer
    A. Www.wwf.org
    Explanation
    Non-profit organisations' URLs (e.g. Wirt Artna)are denoted by '.org'

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  • 15. 

    You can have news headlines delivered to you online using:

    • An RSS feed

    • A Podcast

    • A Search Engine

    Correct Answer
    A. An RSS feed
    Explanation
    RSS feeds can be used to let you receive news in one place rather than look for it yourself.

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  • 16. 

    On the internet, we can find collections of audio or video files available for us to listen to and/or watch. These are called:

    • RSS feeds

    • Websites

    • Podcasts

    Correct Answer
    A. Podcasts
    Explanation
    Podcasts are collections of audio or video files that are available on the internet for users to listen to or watch. They are typically episodic and cover various topics such as news, entertainment, education, and more. Unlike RSS feeds, which are used to distribute content updates, and websites, which can contain a variety of content, podcasts specifically refer to audio or video files that users can subscribe to and listen to at their convenience.

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  • 17. 

    Which of the following is a URL?

    Correct Answer
    A. Www.cnn.com
    Explanation
    A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is the unique internet address that identifies each document on the web (eg web page)

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