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Who developed the Global Positioning System (GPS)?
Who developed the Global Positioning System (GPS)?
Which company bought YouTube from its developers?
Which company bought YouTube from its developers?
Who introduced the concept of online shopping in 1979?
Who introduced the concept of online shopping in 1979?
Which operating system is widely used in smartphones?
Which operating system is widely used in smartphones?
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What kind of car is Prius?
What kind of car is Prius?
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Which social networking platform started with a website called Friendster?
Which social networking platform started with a website called Friendster?
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Which technology enables the location tracking of individuals by using phone devices?
Which technology enables the location tracking of individuals by using phone devices?
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What type of applications can be found in Android's Play Store for downloading?
What type of applications can be found in Android's Play Store for downloading?
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Which company initiated a project for a driverless car named Prius?
Which company initiated a project for a driverless car named Prius?
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What is the main purpose of social networking platforms like Facebook and Twitter?
What is the main purpose of social networking platforms like Facebook and Twitter?
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What distinguishes YouTube from other social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter?
What distinguishes YouTube from other social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter?
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Which service allows users to buy goods or services directly over the internet?
Which service allows users to buy goods or services directly over the internet?
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Who introduced the concept of online shopping back in 1979?
Who introduced the concept of online shopping back in 1979?
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What makes Android unique among smartphones?
What makes Android unique among smartphones?
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Which feature distinguishes the Prius as a driverless car?
Which feature distinguishes the Prius as a driverless car?
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What is the main advantage of mobile operating systems like Android?
What is the main advantage of mobile operating systems like Android?
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Study Notes
Android Operating System
- Android is an operating system software used in almost all smartphones.
- There are approximately 2.2 million applications available in the Android Play Store for downloading.
- Some of these applications are educational, making learning a joyful experience.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
- GPS was developed by the US Department of Defence and Dr. Ivan Getting.
- The technology became commercially available for phone devices, enabling users to locate their position anywhere on Earth.
Social Networking
- Social networking began with the website Friendster.
- Today, social networking platforms like Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, Google+, and many more provide a platform for virtual interaction and business promotion.
YouTube
- YouTube is the world's most famous free video-sharing website.
- It was acquired by Google from its developers.
- The platform allows users to watch, upload, and share videos online.
Online Shopping
- Online shopping was first introduced by English businessman Michael Aldrich in 1979.
- It involves buying goods or services from merchants directly over the internet using a web browser.
- Online shopping has become popular due to its convenience and ease of use from anywhere.
Driverless Car (Prius)
- Prius is a driverless car that has no brake pedal, accelerator, or steering wheel.
- It moves safely without a human driver, powered by an electric motor.
- The project was initiated by Google in 2008.
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Test your knowledge about the Android operating system and GPS technology with this quiz. Learn about the vast number of applications available on the Play Store, educational apps, and the development of GPS technology by the US Department of Defence. Explore how these technologies have revolutionized communication and navigation.
