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What is the maximum number of unique addresses that IPv4 can handle?
What is the maximum number of unique addresses that IPv4 can handle?
How many bits are used in an IPv6 address?
How many bits are used in an IPv6 address?
Which of the following is a characteristic of IPv4 addresses?
Which of the following is a characteristic of IPv4 addresses?
What is the primary advantage of using IPv6 over IPv4?
What is the primary advantage of using IPv6 over IPv4?
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In the context of IP addresses, what does the '32-bit' designation refer to?
In the context of IP addresses, what does the '32-bit' designation refer to?
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What is a key characteristic of the Internet?
What is a key characteristic of the Internet?
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Which technology is crucial for communication over the Internet?
Which technology is crucial for communication over the Internet?
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What does the World Wide Web provide access to?
What does the World Wide Web provide access to?
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Which of the following concepts is NOT a key technology concept of the Internet?
Which of the following concepts is NOT a key technology concept of the Internet?
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How does the Internet resemble a telephone system?
How does the Internet resemble a telephone system?
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What is the purpose of IP addressing in the Internet?
What is the purpose of IP addressing in the Internet?
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What aspect do mobile applications impact in e-commerce?
What aspect do mobile applications impact in e-commerce?
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Which service does the Internet provide to various users?
Which service does the Internet provide to various users?
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What does the cloud computing model primarily provide through the Internet?
What does the cloud computing model primarily provide through the Internet?
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Which of the following is NOT a primary type of cloud computing service?
Which of the following is NOT a primary type of cloud computing service?
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What is one of the security risks associated with cloud computing?
What is one of the security risks associated with cloud computing?
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Which of the following is a potential drawback of using cloud computing?
Which of the following is a potential drawback of using cloud computing?
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How does cloud computing impact costs in e-commerce?
How does cloud computing impact costs in e-commerce?
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What type of cloud architecture provides a combination of public and private cloud features?
What type of cloud architecture provides a combination of public and private cloud features?
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What is the role of Platform as a Service (PaaS) in cloud computing?
What is the role of Platform as a Service (PaaS) in cloud computing?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding cloud computing?
Which of the following statements is true regarding cloud computing?
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What type of broadband access does 5G provide?
What type of broadband access does 5G provide?
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Which of the following characteristics is associated with Telephone-based Wireless Internet Access?
Which of the following characteristics is associated with Telephone-based Wireless Internet Access?
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What defines the various 802.11 standards commonly referred to as Wi-Fi?
What defines the various 802.11 standards commonly referred to as Wi-Fi?
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Which statement about Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is incorrect?
Which statement about Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is incorrect?
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What is a significant advantage of 5G technology over earlier generations like 4G?
What is a significant advantage of 5G technology over earlier generations like 4G?
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What is the primary purpose of web browsers?
What is the primary purpose of web browsers?
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Which web browser holds the largest share of the desktop market?
Which web browser holds the largest share of the desktop market?
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Which web browser has replaced Internet Explorer?
Which web browser has replaced Internet Explorer?
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What percentage of the mobile market does Google's Chrome occupy?
What percentage of the mobile market does Google's Chrome occupy?
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Which of the following features is not mentioned as a foundation of e-commerce?
Which of the following features is not mentioned as a foundation of e-commerce?
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Which web browser is known for having an open-source model?
Which web browser is known for having an open-source model?
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What percentage of the desktop market share does Apple's Safari hold?
What percentage of the desktop market share does Apple's Safari hold?
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Which of the following is a service under Web 2.0 applications?
Which of the following is a service under Web 2.0 applications?
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What is the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)?
What is the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)?
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Which statement best describes a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
Which statement best describes a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
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How does the Domain Name System (DNS) enhance user experience?
How does the Domain Name System (DNS) enhance user experience?
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Which of the following is an example of a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
Which of the following is an example of a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
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What does a Uniform Resource Locator typically consist of?
What does a Uniform Resource Locator typically consist of?
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Study Notes
E-commerce Infrastructure
- E-commerce encompasses business, technology, and society aspects.
- Key learning objectives for chapter 3 include discussing internet origins, current structure, web functionality, e-commerce support services, and mobile application impact.
The Internet: Technology Background
- The internet is a vast network of interconnected networks and computers.
- It connects businesses, educational institutions, and individuals.
- The World Wide Web (web) is a popular service within the internet, providing access to billions of web pages.
The Internet: Key Technology Concepts
- The Internet is a network that utilizes IP addressing and TCP/IP.
- It provides services to users similar to a phone system.
- Key concepts include packet switching, TCP/IP communication, and client/server computing.
Packet Switching
- Digital messages are sliced into packets.
- Packets follow various paths and are reassembled at their destination.
- Packet switching uses routers and is less costly than circuit switching.
TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- A large set of protocols, primarily TCP and IP.
- Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) manages connections and packet assembly/reassembly.
- Internet Protocol (IP) handles addressing and packet delivery.
- Other protocols like UDP provide alternatives. Four layers: Network Interface, Internet, Transport, and Application Layers.
Internet (IP) Addresses
- IPv4 is a 32-bit number, broken into four sets of numbers (e.g., 201.61.186.227).
- IPv6 utilizes 128-bit addresses, supporting significantly more addresses than IPv4.
Domain Names System (DNS) and Uniform Resource Locators (URLs)
- DNS allows users to type in domain names (e.g., www.google.com) instead of numeric IP addresses.
- URLs provide web browsers with addresses to find content on the internet.
Client/Server Computing
- Clients request services and resources from servers (e.g., web page access, file sharing).
- Servers provide these services and resources to multiple clients, in a centralized manner.
The Mobile Platform
- Smartphones and tablets are primary internet access tools.
- Mobile internet access can be telephone-based or wireless based.
The Internet, Cloud Computing Model
- Cloud computing utilizes many virtual resources over the internet.
- Three main service types: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).
The Internet Backbone
- Composed of fiber-optic cables, which transmit data using light.
- Includes Tier 1 (transit) ISPs, Tier 2 and Tier 3 providers.
- Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) are regional hubs connecting various providers.
Wi-Fi Networks
- Wireless technologies allowing users to access the internet.
The Internet of Things (IoT)
- Objects are connected to the internet using sensors and RFID technology.
- Uses low-cost sensors and data analytics software.
- IoT creates "smart" connected things. Concerns include interoperability, security and privacy.
The Web
- The World Wide Web was invented in 1989-1991 by Tim Berners-Lee.
- Key elements: HTML, HTTP, web servers and browsers.
- Early browsers: Mosaic, Netscape Navigator, and Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Hypertext
- Text with embedded links that connect documents.
- Uses hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) and uniform resource locators (URLs) to locate resources.
Markup Languages
- HTML: Defines how web page elements are formatted and displayed.
- CSS: Used to add styling to HTML pages.
- XML: An information description language
Web Servers and Clients
- Web servers deliver requested HTML pages via HTTP protocol.
- Clients are devices capable of requesting and displaying web pages.
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Explore the foundations of e-commerce in Chapter 3, where you will learn about the origins of the internet, its current structure, and the functionality that supports online business operations. Delve into key technology concepts like packet switching and the impact of mobile applications on e-commerce.