Tpr2_u3: The Internet 1/3
How much do you know about information and communications technology? Communication is made easier today, thanks to the internet's introduction, where people get over geographical barriers. Though readily available, not everyone knows what is needed to connect to the internet, and this quiz will help you see if you know what you might need. Check it out!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
I need a digital device.
- A.
A mobile phone
- B.
A laptop and a smart TV
- C.
A laptop and a desktop computer
- D.
A tablet and a mobile phone
Correct Answer
C. A laptop and a desktop computerExplanation
The correct answer is "a laptop and a desktop computer" because the question asks for a digital device, and both a laptop and a desktop computer are digital devices. The other options, such as a mobile phone, a smart TV, and a tablet, are also digital devices, but they are not the best choices because they do not fulfill the requirement of needing a laptop and a desktop computer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
I have 3 of my desktop PCs connected to a:
- A.
A switch with ethernet cables (RJ45)
- B.
A modem-router with ethernet cables (RJ45)
- C.
A switch with a telephone cable (RJ11)
- D.
A modem-router wirelessly (no cables)
Correct Answer
A. A switch with ethernet cables (RJ45)Explanation
The correct answer is a switch with ethernet cables (RJ45) because ethernet cables (RJ45) are used to connect computers to a switch, allowing them to communicate with each other within a local area network. The other options mentioned, such as a modem-router with ethernet cables (RJ45), a switch with a telephone cable (RJ11), or a modem-router wirelessly, do not provide the necessary connectivity for desktop PCs to be connected together.Rate this question:
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- 3.
My laptop uses:
- A.
A wired connection (ethernet cable) to the modem-router
- B.
A wireless connection to the switch
- C.
An ethernet cable (RJ45) to the switch
- D.
A wireless connection to the modem-router
Correct Answer
D. A wireless connection to the modem-routerExplanation
The laptop uses a wireless connection to the modem-router. This means that it is able to connect to the internet without the need for any physical cables. The modem-router sends out a wireless signal that the laptop can pick up and connect to, allowing it to access the internet.Rate this question:
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- 4.
So I have all my digital devices connected to the ________
Correct Answer
routerExplanation
The given answer "router" is correct because a router is a device that connects multiple devices to a network. It acts as a central hub, allowing devices such as computers, smartphones, and tablets to connect to the internet or communicate with each other within a local network. By connecting all digital devices to a router, they can share resources, access the internet, and communicate with each other seamlessly.Rate this question:
- 5.
The modem-router is connected to the:
- A.
Telephone line with a ethernet cable (RJ45)
- B.
Telephone line with a telephone cable (RJ11)/optic fiber cable
- C.
Telephone line wirelessly
- D.
Telephone line with a HDMI cable
Correct Answer
B. Telephone line with a telephone cable (RJ11)/optic fiber cableExplanation
The modem-router is connected to the telephone line with a telephone cable (RJ11)/optic fiber cable. This is because the telephone line is the primary means of connection for the modem-router, and a telephone cable (RJ11) or optic fiber cable is typically used to establish this connection. The other options, such as using an ethernet cable (RJ45) or HDMI cable, are not commonly used for connecting a modem-router to a telephone line.Rate this question:
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- 6.
So, if I want to connect to the Internet from home, so far I need a digital device (my laptop, for example), a modem-router and a ________
Correct Answer
telephone lineExplanation
In order to connect to the Internet from home, a digital device such as a laptop is required. Additionally, a modem-router is needed to establish the connection with the Internet service provider. Lastly, a telephone line is necessary to transmit the data signals between the modem-router and the ISP's network. The telephone line serves as the medium through which the Internet connection is established, allowing data to be transmitted and received.Rate this question:
- 7.
And as well I need a telephone company that lets me connect to the Internet: an ISP. We need to pay this company a fee (price) for the service. ISP stands for ________
Correct Answer
Internet Service ProviderExplanation
An ISP, or Internet Service Provider, is a company that provides individuals and businesses with access to the internet. They offer various plans and packages to connect users to the internet through different technologies such as DSL, cable, or fiber-optic connections. Users pay a fee to the ISP for this service, which allows them to browse the web, send emails, stream videos, and perform other online activities. The ISP is responsible for maintaining the network infrastructure and ensuring a reliable and secure internet connection for its customers.Rate this question:
- 8.
If I connect to the Internet to complete our ICT Activities I need a program. This program is running on my laptop and it displays (shows) the activities (web pages). We call this type of software a ________.
Correct Answer
browserExplanation
A browser is a program that allows users to access and view web pages on the internet. It acts as a gateway between the user and the internet, displaying the content of websites and allowing users to navigate through different pages. Without a browser, it would not be possible to connect to the internet and complete ICT activities as mentioned in the question.Rate this question:
- 9.
The ICT activities are different files (web pages) that are stored in a computer called web ________. My laptop is the client that accesses the server.
Correct Answer
serverExplanation
The ICT activities are stored in a computer called a server, which acts as a central repository for the different files or web pages. When accessing these files, my laptop acts as the client and connects to the server to retrieve the information.Rate this question:
- 10.
Finally, if the program (a browser) running on my laptop is the client, the server is the program running in the webserver (pHP, a programming language). So the communication between the client (us) and the Internet (the server) is using
Correct Answer
softwareExplanation
The explanation for the given answer is that the communication between the client (the program running on the laptop) and the server (the program running in the webserver) is facilitated by software. This software could be a web browser, such as Chrome or Firefox, which allows the client to send requests to the server and receive responses. Additionally, the server-side software, such as PHP, processes these requests and generates the appropriate responses to be sent back to the client. Overall, software plays a crucial role in enabling communication between the client and the server in this scenario.Rate this question:
- 11.
I'm sending a friend of mine a picture using WhatsApp from my mobile phone. His/her mobile phone is turned off. In this communication, the client is
- A.
The application I'm using at the moment
- B.
My laptop
- C.
What'sApp Server
- D.
WiFi connection
Correct Answer
A. The application I'm using at the momentExplanation
In this scenario, the client refers to the application that the person is using to send the picture, which is WhatsApp. The person is using their mobile phone to send the picture, so the correct answer is the application they are using at the moment.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The connection between our router (at home) and the ISP (telephone company) uses a (2 answers):
- A.
Optical fiber cable
- B.
Ethernet cable (RJ45)
- C.
Telephone cable (RJ11)
- D.
HDMI cable
- E.
Wireless conection
Correct Answer(s)
A. Optical fiber cable
C. Telephone cable (RJ11)Explanation
The connection between our router and the ISP can use an optical fiber cable because it provides high-speed data transmission over long distances. Additionally, a telephone cable (RJ11) can be used for the connection because it is commonly used for DSL internet connections, which utilize existing telephone lines for internet access.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Now the picture I sent to my friend is:
- A.
In my friend's mobile phone
- B.
My mobile phone
- C.
What's App Server
- D.
In a cloud
Correct Answer(s)
B. My mobile phone
C. What's App ServerExplanation
The correct answer is "My mobile phone, What's App Server". This means that the picture is currently present on both my mobile phone and the What's App Server. It suggests that the picture has been sent from my mobile phone to my friend's mobile phone via the What's App Server, which acts as an intermediary in the transmission process.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The friend of mine turns on his/her mobile phone and opens What'sApp. In this communication, the client is
- A.
His WiFi connection
- B.
The application my friend is using at the moment
- C.
What'sApp Server
- D.
My mobile phone
Correct Answer
B. The application my friend is using at the momentExplanation
The correct answer is "the application my friend is using at the moment." In this scenario, the friend is using the WhatsApp application on their mobile phone. The client refers to the software or application that is used to access a service, in this case, WhatsApp. The WiFi connection, WhatsApp server, and your mobile phone are not the clients in this context.Rate this question:
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- 15.
My friend got the picture I sent to him/her. Now the picture is in (select 3)
- A.
My friend's mobile phone
- B.
My mobile phone
- C.
What's App Server
- D.
A cloud
- E.
Only our mobile phones
Correct Answer(s)
A. My friend's mobile phone
B. My mobile phone
C. What's App ServerExplanation
The picture is in my friend's mobile phone because I sent it to them directly. It is also in my mobile phone because I took the picture and sent it. Additionally, the picture is in the WhatsApp server as it is the platform through which the picture was sent and received.Rate this question:
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