Computers in Everyday Life
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What characterizes Web 1.0 compared to Web 2.0?

  • Read-only content with limited interaction (correct)
  • Focus on user-generated content
  • Emphasis on social media integration
  • Dynamic user interaction and collaboration

    • What is one benefit of using computer technology for banking?

  • It makes managing physical cash easier.
  • It requires more physical bank visits.
  • It allows access to information about stock markets. (correct)
  • It eliminates the need for credit cards.

    • Which of the following is an example of a Web 2.0 application?

  • Mp3.com
  • Home Page
  • HTML/Portals
  • Facebook (correct)

    • How is computer technology utilized in transportation?

    <p>To automate the driving process and ensure safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of dynamic pages in Web 2.0?

    <p>They require user input to change content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does computer technology play in remote working?

    <p>Managers can monitor productivity from a distance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement describes the main purpose of blogs in Web 2.0?

    <p>To facilitate reverse chronological text entries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which way does computer technology enhance military operations?

    <p>It controls smart technology like guided missiles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major disadvantage of Web 1.0 as highlighted in the content?

    <p>Limited user interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes wikis from other web applications?

    <p>They are collaboratively edited by users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature does computer technology provide in navigation?

    <p>It combines with GPS to pinpoint locations accurately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which platform is primarily designed for professional networking in Web 2.0?

    <p>LinkedIn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does computer technology affect social interactions?

    <p>It enables real-time communication across distances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What benefit does computer technology offer for vacation planning?

    <p>It enables the exploration and booking of guided tours and events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'read-write web' refer to in the context of Web 2.0?

    <p>A collaborative environment for information sharing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key application of computer technology in security and surveillance?

    <p>It monitors individuals and goods using integrated technologies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of a video sharing site?

    <p>It allows users to upload and share video clips.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Web 3.0?

    <p>A web that incorporates semantic technologies and intelligent applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an eCommerce website from other types of websites?

    <p>It includes a shopping cart and secure payment options.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a portfolio website?

    <p>To showcase examples of past work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of website is primarily aimed at providing information about a business?

    <p>Brochure website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology is NOT typically associated with Web 3.0?

    <p>Static content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT typical of an entertainment website?

    <p>Offering educational resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common functionality of a business website?

    <p>Provide details about the company's products and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'internet' specifically refer to?

    <p>A combination of interconnection and network.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agency initiated the first experimental computer network in 1969?

    <p>Advanced Research Project Agency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did the term 'internet' first come into use?

    <p>1982</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a web server?

    <p>To serve requested HTML pages or files.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a DNS (Domain Name System) play in internet usage?

    <p>It acts as a phonebook for accessing information online.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a proxy server from other types of servers?

    <p>It acts as an intermediary between devices and servers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an IP address used for in a network?

    <p>To identify and provide an address for a network device.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of server mentioned?

    <p>Database Server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?

    <p>Providing services for accessing and using the internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of ISP?

    <p>Local ISP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which domain extension typically indicates a commercial entity?

    <p>.com</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes HTTP?

    <p>A transfer protocol for web pages and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a URL indicate?

    <p>A web address for accessing online resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When downloading, which statement is true?

    <p>Data is transferred from a remote server to your device</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to online platforms that allow sharing comments, photos, and videos?

    <p>Social media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a single digit in the binary numbering system?

    <p>Bit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Computers in Everyday Life

    • Computers are used to check account balances, transfer money, and pay off credit cards.
    • Computers can be utilized to access stock market information, trade stocks, and manage investments.
    • Banks store customer account data and behavioral information for marketing purposes.
    • Computers are used to automate vehicles, trains, planes, and boats, improving safety and navigation.
    • They can also identify potential problems, such as low fuel or mechanical issues.
    • Computers allow for customized settings like seat adjustments and temperature control in vehicles.
    • Computer technology combined with GPS provides accurate location pinpointing and navigational assistance.
    • Satellites aid in determining direction and identifying nearby amenities and points of interest.

    Working from Home

    • Remote working has become increasingly prevalent.
    • Workers can access data, communicate, and share information without commuting to a traditional office.
    • Managers can remotely monitor employee productivity.

    Military Applications

    • Computers are used in military training simulations.
    • They analyze intelligence data and control smart technology like guided missiles and drones.
    • Computers track incoming missiles and facilitate their destruction.
    • They work with satellites to provide geographic information and analysis, supporting targeting capabilities for tanks and planes.

    Social and Romance

    • Social media allows real-time text and audio communication across large distances.
    • Users can share photos, videos, and memes.
    • Dating sites and apps facilitate finding romantic connections.
    • Online groups foster connections with individuals sharing similar interests.

    Booking Vacations

    • Computers assist travelers in studying timetables and route options, as well as buying transportation tickets.
    • They help explore and book accommodations, including traditional hotels and new services.
    • Guided tours, excursions, events, and trips can be researched and booked online.

    Security and Surveillance

    • Computers are increasingly integrated with other technologies to monitor people and goods.

    Web 1.0: The Read-Only Web

    • The "Information Portal" era.
    • Focus on putting content together.
    • Examples include Mp3.com, Home Pages, Directories, Page Views, and HTML/Portals.
    • Limitations include read-only access, limited user interaction, and a lack of standardized practices.

    Web 2.0: The Read-Write Interactive Web

    • Emphasizes human collaboration and user control over data.
    • Characterized by user-generated content.
    • Users consume and contribute information through blogs and social media.
    • Enables dynamic pages that react to user input.

    Examples:

    • Social Networking: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, Pinterest, Tumblr, Instagram
    • Blogs: WordPress, Blogger, Tumblr
    • Wikis: Wikipedia, Workbooks, Wikiversity, Commons, Wiktionary, Wikiquote, Wikivoyage, Wikidata, Wikinews, Wikispecies
    • Video Sharing Sites: YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, Flickr, Photobucket, LinkedIn, Flickr

    Web 3.0: The Read-Write Intelligent Web

    • The third generation of the web with increased features.
    • Maintains the two-way interaction of Web 2.0.
    • Emphasizes interconnectedness, openness, and intelligence.
    • Utilizes semantic web technologies, distributed databases, natural language processing, machine learning, machine reasoning, and autonomous agents.
    • The "Semantic Web" allows data to be shared and reused for personalized content delivery.

    Types of Websites

    eCommerce

    • Allows direct product purchases from buyers.
    • Features a shopping cart and secure payment methods.

    Business Websites

    • Represent a specific business.
    • Maintain brand consistency with logos and messaging.
    • Communicate products and services offered.

    Entertainment Websites

    • Primarily designed for entertainment purposes.

    Portfolio Websites

    • Showcase examples of past work.
    • Useful for service providers to demonstrate their expertise.

    Brochure Websites

    • Simplified versions of business websites.
    • Provide basic information about a business or organization.

    The Internet: More Than Just the World Wide Web

    • The internet encompasses a vast network of interconnected computers and devices.
    • It's not owned by any single entity and allows for the sharing of resources like hardware, software, data, and information.

    A Brief History of the Internet

    • Started as an experimental network called ARPA in 1969.
    • Designed as a decentralized network with no central server.
    • The term "Internet" emerged in the early 1980s.
    • The first "free net" was created in 1986.
    • In 1991, the US government allowed business agencies to connect to the internet.
    • Vinton Gray Cerf is recognized as one of the "fathers of the Internet" alongside Bob Kahn.

    Major Components of the Internet

    Servers:

    • Provide services to other computer programs and users.
    • Different types include:
      • Application Server: Provides business logic for applications.
      • Web Server: Serves requested webpages or files.
      • Proxy Server: Acts as an intermediary between devices and servers.
      • Mail Server: Receives and sends emails.
      • File Server: Manages data files for shared network access.
      • Policy Server: Manages authorization and file control in a policy-based network.

    IP Address (Internet Protocol)

    • A numerical label assigned to uniquely identify each device on a network.

    Browsers

    • Application programs for accessing information on the web.
    • Examples include Google Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer, Opera, and Mozilla.

    Domain Name System (DNS)

    • The internet's "phonebook", allowing access to information using domain names.
    • Examples of domain names include:
      • .com: Commercial
      • .org: Organization
      • .net: Network
      • .edu: Education
      • .gov: Government and State Government Agencies
      • .ph: Philippines
      • .au: Australia

    Internet Service Provider (ISP)

    • Organizations providing internet access and services.
    • Types of ISPs include:
      • National ISP: Provides access to a specific geographic region.
      • Regional ISP: Provides access in cities and towns nationwide.
    • Examples include Sky Broadband, PLDT, and Converge.

    Uses of the Internet

    • Information retrieval: school work, job searches, home purposes
    • Communication: sending and receiving emails, video conferencing (video calls, video chats).
    • Ecommerce: buying and selling products.
    • Social networking: watching and posting videos, playing games, taking online courses, monitoring homes remotely, financial transactions.

    Internet Terms and Definitions

    • Internet: A global network of interconnected computer networks.
    • Web: A collection of webpages accessible through web browsers.
    • Email: The most common method of sending and receiving online messages.
    • Social media: Websites and apps for sharing comments, photos, and videos.
    • Online gaming: Games played online with other players.
    • Software updates: Downloads for operating systems and applications.
    • HTML: Hypertext Markup Language, used to structure webpages and define content.
    • URL: Uniform Resource Locator, a web address used to access online resources.
    • Bit: A single digit in the binary number system (0 or 1).
    • Byte: Typically consists of eight bits.
    • Upload: Transferring data from your computer to another computer.
    • Download: Transferring data from another computer to your computer.
    • HTTP: Hypertext Transfer Protocol, the communication standard for webpages.

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    This quiz explores the multifaceted role of computers in our daily activities, from banking and investments to navigation and remote working. It highlights how technology enhances safety, efficiency, and convenience in various aspects of life. Test your knowledge on how computers have transformed our everyday experiences.

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