History of the Internet and Computer-Mediated Communication

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What communications protocol was established prior to the official birth of the Internet?

  • SMTP
  • HTTP
  • TCP/IP (correct)
  • FTP

How is Computer-mediated communication (CMC) defined?

  • Communication between computers only
  • Communication through social media platforms
  • Any human communication through electronic devices (correct)
  • Communication through letters and postcards

What characterizes Web 2.0?

  • Use of user-generated content (correct)
  • Absence of communication channels
  • Limited network connectivity
  • Lack of user interactivity

How is social media defined?

<p>Sharing ideas and information through digital networks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of social media platforms?

<p>Liking, sharing, comments, and discussion functionalities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which platforms are mentioned as the largest worldwide social media platforms?

<p>Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram, WeChat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event is considered the official birthday of the Internet?

<p>January 1, 1983 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Web 2.0 websites and applications?

<p>Use of user-generated content (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many people worldwide use social media according to the text?

<p>Over 4.7 billion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Computer-mediated communication (CMC) involve?

<p>Human communication through electronic devices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do social media platforms typically encourage engagement?

<p>Likes, shares, comments, and discussion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant drawback associated with social media according to the text?

<p>Facilitating disinformation and hate speech (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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