Discover the Inner Workings of the Internet

Study Notes

How Does the Internet Work?

The Internet is a long piece of wire that connects different computers to each other.
Special computers attached to the Internet have the job of serving data and files to users, and these are called servers.
Computers that users use to access the Internet are called clients.
A web server is like a giant library that is open 24/7 and serves users with all the files and data needed to view websites.
DNS servers are like souped-up phone books that find the exact IP address of the website a user is trying to access.
Every computer connected to the Internet has a unique IP address, like a postal code.
Undersea cables connect all the continents on Earth, and these cables consist of hundreds of fiber optic fibers that transmit up to 400 gigabytes of data per second.
Every time a user loads up a web page or clicks a button on a website, signals are sent through wires, both underwater and above water.
All that is needed to access a website is an IP address.
Electric signals travel at the speed of light through the oceans and halfway around the world to view websites in a matter of milliseconds.
To build websites and web apps, it is important to understand how they work.
The Internet is a marvel of modern technology that allows users to access information and interact with others from anywhere in the world.

Description

Test your knowledge of the internet with this quiz! From servers and clients to undersea cables and IP addresses, this quiz will cover the basics of how the internet works. Whether you're curious about the technology behind websites or simply want to better understand the world wide web, this quiz will help you learn all about the inner workings of the internet. Get ready to dive deep into the fascinating world of online communication and connectivity!