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What is the primary function of a wiki?
What is the primary function of a wiki?
What does the term 'internet' derive from?
What does the term 'internet' derive from?
Which organization initiated an experimental computer network in 1969?
Which organization initiated an experimental computer network in 1969?
What is a proxy server's role in a network?
What is a proxy server's role in a network?
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When did the Internet expand to include business agencies?
When did the Internet expand to include business agencies?
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What is the primary purpose of application servers?
What is the primary purpose of application servers?
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What was significant about the first 'free net' created in 1986?
What was significant about the first 'free net' created in 1986?
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Which of the following best describes a web server?
Which of the following best describes a web server?
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Which of the following best describes the primary function of blogs?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of blogs?
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What is a key feature of folksonomy in Web 2.0?
What is a key feature of folksonomy in Web 2.0?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a video sharing site?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a video sharing site?
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How are wikis typically managed?
How are wikis typically managed?
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Which technological feature is associated with Web 3.0?
Which technological feature is associated with Web 3.0?
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What does 'User Participation' mean in the context of Web 2.0?
What does 'User Participation' mean in the context of Web 2.0?
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Which of the following defines the 'Long Tail' feature in Web 2.0?
Which of the following defines the 'Long Tail' feature in Web 2.0?
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Which of the following platforms is primarily used for social networking?
Which of the following platforms is primarily used for social networking?
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What is the primary function of a mail server?
What is the primary function of a mail server?
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Which of the following describes an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?
Which of the following describes an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?
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How does the Domain Name System (DNS) function on the internet?
How does the Domain Name System (DNS) function on the internet?
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What role does a file server play in a network?
What role does a file server play in a network?
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Which activity is NOT typically associated with the uses of the internet?
Which activity is NOT typically associated with the uses of the internet?
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What does the term 'IP Address' refer to in networking?
What does the term 'IP Address' refer to in networking?
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Which is an example of a National ISP?
Which is an example of a National ISP?
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Which of the following best describes the internet?
Which of the following best describes the internet?
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What is the main characteristic of Web 1.0?
What is the main characteristic of Web 1.0?
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Who is credited as the inventor of the World Wide Web?
Who is credited as the inventor of the World Wide Web?
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Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of Web 1.0?
Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of Web 1.0?
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What does the term 'dynamic page' refer to in the context of Web 2.0?
What does the term 'dynamic page' refer to in the context of Web 2.0?
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Which of the following best defines Web 2.0?
Which of the following best defines Web 2.0?
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Which example represents Web 1.0?
Which example represents Web 1.0?
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What is a common feature of social networking as described in Web 2.0?
What is a common feature of social networking as described in Web 2.0?
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In the evolution of the web, what does the transition from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 signify?
In the evolution of the web, what does the transition from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 signify?
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What is the primary function of HTML?
What is the primary function of HTML?
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Which element of a URL specifies the type of entity an organization registers as on the internet?
Which element of a URL specifies the type of entity an organization registers as on the internet?
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What does HTTPS indicate about a web page?
What does HTTPS indicate about a web page?
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What is the difference between uploading and downloading data?
What is the difference between uploading and downloading data?
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Which of the following best describes a router?
Which of the following best describes a router?
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What is a subdirectory in a URL used for?
What is a subdirectory in a URL used for?
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What defines a 'bit' in computer terminology?
What defines a 'bit' in computer terminology?
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What role does encryption play in data security?
What role does encryption play in data security?
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Study Notes
The Web and the Internet
- The World Wide Web is a collection of interconnected documents, organized into web pages with text and graphics.
- Hypertext links allow navigation to related information within the web.
- Websites consist of linked web pages around a common theme, with the home page serving as the main organizing page.
- Sir Timothy Berners-Lee is credited as the inventor of the World Wide Web and is affiliated with the University of Oxford and MIT.
Web Evolution
Web 1.0 (Read Only Static Web)
- Characterized as an early internet phase focused on reading content, primarily functioning as an information portal.
- Built on hyperlinking and organized content through simple tables.
- Mainly showcased company home pages and limited directory usability.
- Examples include Mp3.com with directories and HTML pages.
- Disadvantages include limited interactivity and lack of user engagement.
Web 2.0 (Read-Write Interactive Web)
- Represents a shift towards user-generated content, collaboration, and interactivity.
- Features dynamic web pages responding to user inputs, enabling comments and user accounts.
- Supports social networking via platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Blogs serve as informal websites with posts displayed chronologically, examples being WordPress and Blogger.
- Wikis allow collaborative editing, prominently seen in Wikipedia.
- Video sharing sites like YouTube enable content uploading and sharing.
- Key features introduce dynamic interfaces, user participation, and services offered on demand.
Web 3.0 (Read-Write Intelligent Web)
- A proposed third generation emphasizing enhanced features for web and mobile applications.
- Focus on two-way interaction, with upgrades to existing online applications.
- Examples include various portals tailored for students, governments, and vendors.
- Wikis can be created on diverse subjects, allowing users to collaborate and edit.
The Internet
- The Internet is the largest global network connecting billions of computer users, derived from "interconnection" and "network."
- It is decentralized, with no single entity owning the entire network.
- Originated from the ARPA project in 1969, evolving through significant milestones like the introduction of TCP/IP.
Major Components of the Internet
- Servers: Provide services to other programs, including application servers, web servers, proxy servers, mail servers, file servers, and policy servers.
- IP Address: Numerical label identifying each device on the network.
- Browser: Application that allows users to access web information.
- Domain Name System (DNS): Serves as the internet's "phonebook," translating domain names into IP addresses.
- Internet Service Provider (ISP): Organizations that offer internet access, categorized as national or regional ISPs.
Uses of the Internet
- Information retrieval for education and professional purposes.
- Communication via email and video conferencing.
- E-commerce for buying and selling products.
- Social networking and video sharing.
- Online gaming and educational courses.
- Monitoring and managing finances remotely.
Internet Terms and Definitions
- Internet: A global network of interconnected networks.
- Web: A collection of billions of webpages viewed through browsers.
- Email: Common method for sending messages online.
- Social Media: Platforms for sharing content among users.
- Online Gaming: Multiplayer games played over the internet.
- HTML: Coding language defining page structure and content for browsers.
- URL: A web address directing to specific resources online.
- Bit/Byte: Basic units of digital data; bits are binary digits, and bytes generally consist of eight bits.
- HTTP/HTTPS: Protocols for transmitting web pages, with HTTPS ensuring secure connections.
- Router: Hardware directing network traffic from ISPs to user devices.
- Encryption: The process of coding data for secure transmission and confidentiality.
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Explore the essential concepts of the Web and the Internet in this quiz. Understand how information is organized into web pages, the significance of hyperlinks, and the definition of a website. Test your knowledge of these foundational elements critical to navigating the digital era.