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Which web server was released in 1995 for Windows 3.1?

  • Apache
  • Internet Information Services (IIS) (correct)
  • Node.js
  • Nginx

    • What is a key reason for IIS not being the most popular web server?

  • It has limited integration with Windows features.
  • It is not stable and well-integrated.
  • It lacks support for many web-first programming languages. (correct)
  • It does not have a simplistic GUI for management.

    • What is a characteristic of managing IIS?

  • It can only be done through PowerShell.
  • It can only be done through the IIS Manager Console.
  • It can be done through PowerShell, Configuration Files, or the IIS Manager Console. (correct)
  • It can be done through Configuration Files or the IIS Manager Console.

    • What defines the 'performance and capabilities' of websites in IIS?

    <p>Application Pool Settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is bound to an application pool in IIS?

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

    What is used to determine which website to visit when multiple websites are bound to the same IP/Interface in IIS?

    <p>Host Headers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'Physical Path' in IIS?

    <p>The web root</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to lessen the bandwidth impact in IIS?

    <p>Dynamic Content Compression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a group of one or more worker processes that handle web applications in IIS?

    <p>Application Pool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What allows you to implement your Web Server as an FTP server in IIS?

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

    What is the primary function of a web server?

    <p>To handle user access requests and deliver content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Internet defined as by Encyclopedia Britannica?

    <p>A vast network connecting computers worldwide for sharing information and communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the fundamental technologies employed by web servers?

    <p>HTTP and HTTPS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content?

    <p>The web server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is IIS?

    <p>A piece of software that handles user access requests to deliver content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Web' refer to?

    <p>A single component of the Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of websites in the context of the Internet?

    <p>They play an extremely important part in daily life, from news to social networking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of the Internet according to Encyclopedia Britannica?

    <p>A vast network that connects computers all over the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a web server?

    <p>To handle user access requests and deliver content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content?

    <p>The web server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a virtual directory allow you to do?

    <p>Store files outside of the website folder and show files from different locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does adding an application to a website essentially do?

    <p>Creates a new website within the existing website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Default Document configuration parameter allow you to specify?

    <p>The file opened when navigating to the website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Error Pages configuration parameter?

    <p>Specify what error pages look like, creating custom error pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Logging configuration parameter allow you to specify?

    <p>Logging options for the website and properties such as log size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the MIME Types configuration parameter?

    <p>Force certain actions for content, such as download vs display</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the SSL Settings configuration parameter allow you to specify?

    <p>SSL settings and requirements for the website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the web.config file stored?

    <p>In the Webroot of the website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the web.config file contain?

    <p>Configuration settings for the website</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be checked to ensure the website is accessible after creation?

    <p>Firewall permissions and Webroot permissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Contrary to some opinions, the Internet is simply websites.

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

    The 'Web' is the most important component of the Internet.

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

    The primary function of a web server is to handle user access requests and deliver content.

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

    IIS is the only web server software solution available for running on a computer platform.

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

    The fundamental technologies of web servers are HTTP and FTP.

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

    The Internet is defined as 'a vast network that connects computers all over the world' by Encyclopedia Britannica.

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

    Web servers cannot employ a myriad of different technologies.

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

    The term 'Web' refers to a single component of the Internet.

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

    The web server is not a crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content.

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

    Websites play a small part in our 'internet'.

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

    Virtual directories exist within the Website folder (Webroot) of an IIS server.

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

    Adding an application to a website essentially creates a new website within the existing website.

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

    The Default Document configuration parameter allows you to specify the file that is opened when navigating to a website.

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

    Directory Browsing configuration parameter allows visitors to browse a list of all the files within the directory, which is advised for security reasons.

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

    SSL Settings configuration parameter requires an HTTPS binding and a self-signed certificate for implementation.

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

    The web.config file is accessible to people accessing the website and can be edited to configure every aspect of the website.

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

    MIME Types configuration parameter is used to force certain actions for content, such as forcing a PDF to be downloaded rather than viewed in the browser.

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

    Logging configuration parameter allows you to specify logging options for the website, such as log size and rollover maximums.

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

    Creating a virtual directory allows you to store or show files that are in different locations without having to expose those folders to the website.

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

    An application added to a website can reside in different locations than the website and can use either the same identity or a different identity.

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

    Internet Information Services (IIS) is the most popular web server due to its open source nature and wide support for programming languages like Python.

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

    IIS is currently in its 14th iteration.

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

    IIS has limited support for programming languages other than those supported by the Microsoft ecosystem.

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

    IIS management can be done through PowerShell, Configuration Files, or the IIS Manager Console.

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

    A website in IIS is bound to an application pool, and creating a new website will always create a new application pool.

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

    The 'Physical Path' in IIS defines where the website files are stored, and the App Pool's permissions are used to access this folder by default.

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

    Adding the Role Services in IIS can only be done during the initial installation and cannot be modified after the fact.

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

    IIS natively supports many Windows features such as authentication and security.

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

    IIS allows you to implement your web server as an FTP server.

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

    The Default App Pool in IIS inherits the permissions of the identity of the website.

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

    What is the primary function of a web server?

    <p>The primary function of a web server is to handle user access requests and deliver content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of the Internet according to Encyclopedia Britannica?

    <p>According to Encyclopedia Britannica, the Internet is 'a vast network that connects computers all over the world. Through the Internet, people can share information and communicate from anywhere with an Internet connection'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is IIS?

    <p>IIS stands for Internet Information Services and is a piece of software that exists to handle user access requests to deliver content.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content?

    <p>The crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content is the web server.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Contrary to some opinions, what is the Internet not simply?

    <p>Contrary to some opinions, the Internet is not simply websites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the fundamental technologies employed by web servers?

    <p>The fundamental technologies employed by web servers are HTTP and HTTPS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Error Pages configuration parameter?

    <p>The Error Pages configuration parameter allows you to specify custom error pages for different HTTP status codes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the MIME Types configuration parameter?

    <p>The MIME Types configuration parameter allows you to specify how the server should handle different types of files based on their MIME type.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does adding an application to a website essentially do?

    <p>Adding an application to a website essentially creates a new virtual directory within the existing website.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Default Document configuration parameter allow you to specify?

    <p>The Default Document configuration parameter allows you to specify the default page that is opened when navigating to a website.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the purpose and functionality of a virtual directory in the context of IIS.

    <p>A virtual directory in IIS allows you to store or show files that are in different locations, such as different servers, without having to expose those folders to the website. It exists outside of the Website folder (Webroot) and provides flexibility in file organization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a website and an application in the context of IIS?

    <p>In the context of IIS, a website is an application in the app pool, and adding an application essentially creates a new website within the existing website. The 'sub-application' exists in the same website and allows the use of another application pool with different identities and properties than the parent website.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the role and significance of the 'web.config' file in IIS.

    <p>The 'web.config' file in IIS is automatically saved to the Webroot of the website and stores configuration changes made to the website. It can be edited manually to configure every aspect of the website and is used by the webserver to serve the website. It is not accessible to people accessing the website.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the purpose and impact of the 'Compression' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'Compression' configuration parameter in IIS allows the implementation of compression to offload some network requirements, albeit at an increased cost to the CPU. It aims to reduce bandwidth usage and improve website performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the functionality and significance of the 'SSL Settings' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'SSL Settings' configuration parameter in IIS allows you to specify SSL settings, requiring HTTPS binding and a certificate. It enables secure communication over the internet and ensures data integrity and confidentiality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the role and significance of the 'Logging' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'Logging' configuration parameter in IIS allows you to specify logging options for the website, such as log size and rollover maximums. It is crucial for monitoring and analyzing website activity and performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the purpose and impact of the 'MIME Types' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'MIME Types' configuration parameter in IIS is a mechanism for forcing certain actions for content, such as download versus display. It is used to control how specific types of files are handled by the web server and can enforce content security.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the role and impact of the 'Error Pages' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'Error Pages' configuration parameter in IIS allows you to specify custom error pages for different HTTP status codes. It provides a way to enhance user experience during error conditions and convey relevant information to the users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the purpose and significance of the 'Default Document' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'Default Document' configuration parameter in IIS allows you to specify the default file to be opened when navigating to a website. It simplifies URL access and enhances user experience by automatically loading the specified document.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the role and importance of the 'Directory Browsing' configuration parameter in IIS.

    <p>The 'Directory Browsing' configuration parameter in IIS controls whether visitors can browse the list of all files within a directory. It is generally advised to deny directory browsing to prevent unauthorized access to the website files.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the limitations of Internet Information Services (IIS) that contribute to its lack of popularity as a web server.

    <p>IIS is not the most popular web server due to its closed source nature, dependency on the Microsoft ecosystem, and limited support for web-first programming languages like Python.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the process of managing IIS and the different methods available for management.

    <p>Managing IIS can be done through PowerShell, Configuration Files, or the IIS Manager Console. These methods allow administrators to configure settings, handle websites and application pools, and manage role services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are application pools in IIS and how do they impact website performance and capabilities?

    <p>Application pools are groups of worker processes that handle web applications. They define the performance and capabilities of websites by configuring settings such as CPU limits, garbage collection, and specific.NET versions for app developers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the relationship between a website and an application pool in IIS.

    <p>A website in IIS is bound to an application pool. Creating a new website will, by default, create a new application pool, but it can also be configured to use an existing app pool. The website inherits the permissions of the identity of the app pool.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do Role Services play in the function of IIS, and how can they be installed?

    <p>Role Services are important to the function of IIS, and there are many important ones that may not be included by default and must be installed separately. They can be installed during the initial installation or added later using PowerShell commands like 'Install-WindowsFeature' or 'Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of useful Role Services in IIS, and how do they enhance web server functionality?

    <p>Useful Role Services in IIS include HTTP Redirection for redirecting users, Basic/Windows/Digest authentication for user authentication, Dynamic Content Compression for bandwidth reduction, and FTP for implementing the web server as an FTP server. These services enhance web server functionality and security.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the process of creating a new website in IIS and the key configurations involved.

    <p>Creating a new website in IIS involves specifying a physical path for the web root, binding the website to an interface and port, configuring protocols (HTTP/HTTPS), and setting permissions for the physical path. Additionally, the website can be bound to an existing application pool or a new one can be created.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the default permissions and authentication used for accessing the physical path of a website in IIS.

    <p>By default, the permissions of the App Pool are used to access the physical path in a process known as 'pass-through authentication'. Alternatively, an alternative identity can be specified exclusively for permissions on the physical path.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of Internet Information Services (IIS) as a web server compared to other popular web servers like Nginx and Apache.

    <p>IIS is well-integrated, stable, and easy to manage using a simplistic GUI. It natively supports many Windows features, such as authentication and security. However, it is not the most popular web server due to its closed source nature, limited support for programming languages, and dependency on the Microsoft ecosystem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the impact of IIS being Windows-only and its implications for web server usage and adoption.

    <p>IIS being Windows-only limits its usage and adoption as a web server, particularly in environments where cross-platform compatibility or open-source software support is preferred. This restriction can hinder its popularity and widespread use in certain web development scenarios.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Internet Information Services (IIS) is a popular web server due to its open source nature and wide support for programming languages like Python

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

    The 'Web' is a single component of the Internet

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

    The Internet is defined as 'a vast network that connects computers all over the world' by Encyclopedia Britannica

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

    A website in IIS is bound to an application pool, and creating a new website will always create a new application pool

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

    The fundamentals of web servers are still HTTP and HTTPS

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

    A piece of software that exists to handle user access requests to deliver content

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

    A vast network that connects computers all over the world. Through the ______, people can share information and communicate from anywhere with an ______ connection

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

    The crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content

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

    Contrary to some opinions, the Internet is not simply websites

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

    The 'Physical Path' in IIS

    <p>defines the location on the server's disk where the content for a website is stored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An application pool is automatically added when creating a new ______

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

    A virtual directory allows you to store or show files that are in different locations, such as different servers, without having to expose those folders to the ______

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

    Adding an application essentially makes a new ______ in an existing website

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

    Directory Browsing configuration parameter either allows or denies listing of the directory contents, which is not ______

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

    The Default Document configuration parameter allows you to specify what file is opened when you simply navigate to the ______

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

    The Logging configuration parameter allows you to specify ______ options for the website

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

    MIME Types configuration parameter is a mechanism for forcing certain actions for content, such as forcing a website to have the user download a PDF versus view it in the ______

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

    SSL Settings configuration parameter allows you to specify ______ settings

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

    The web.config file is stored in the Webroot of the ______

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

    Your website should be accessible after creation, provided you started it, and you should check that the firewall (:80, 443) is ______

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

    Managing IIS is done either through ______, Configuration Files, or the IIS Manager Console

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

    An application pool is a group of one or more worker processes that handle web ______

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

    A website is bound to an app pool – Creating a new website will, by default, want to create a new ______ pool

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

    A website is bound to an interface and port, and allows configuration of ______ (HTTP/HTTPS)

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

    Creating a new website will always create a new ______ pool

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

    By default, the App Pool’s permissions will be used to see if it can access the folder – this is known as “Pass-through ______

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

    HTTP Redirection – which will redirect users from one page to another, such as redirecting HTTP to HTTPS or WWW to simply the domain ______

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

    Enabling 32-bit applications is an example of a configuration option for ______ Pools

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

    Application pools are used for a number of tasks, from hosting basic websites, to more advanced ______

    <p>web applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Application Pool Settings define the “performance and ______” of websites

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

    Study Notes

    IIS Web Server

    • IIS (Internet Information Services) is a web server software solution that was released in 1995 for Windows 3.1.

    Characteristics of IIS

    • IIS is not the most popular web server due to its limited support for programming languages outside of the Microsoft ecosystem.
    • IIS management can be done through PowerShell, Configuration Files, or the IIS Manager Console.
    • IIS natively supports many Windows features such as authentication and security.

    Website Configuration in IIS

    • A website in IIS is bound to an application pool, and creating a new website will not always create a new application pool.
    • The 'Physical Path' in IIS defines where the website files are stored, and the App Pool's permissions are used to access this folder by default.

    Application Pools in IIS

    • An application pool is a group of one or more worker processes that handle web applications in IIS.
    • Adding an application to a website essentially creates a new application pool or uses an existing one.

    Configuration Parameters in IIS

    • The Default Document configuration parameter allows you to specify the file that is opened when navigating to a website.
    • The Error Pages configuration parameter allows you to specify custom error pages for HTTP error codes.
    • The MIME Types configuration parameter is used to force certain actions for content, such as forcing a PDF to be downloaded rather than viewed in the browser.
    • The SSL Settings configuration parameter allows you to specify SSL settings for the website.
    • The Logging configuration parameter allows you to specify logging options for the website, such as log size and rollover maximums.

    Virtual Directories in IIS

    • A virtual directory allows you to store or show files that are in different locations without having to expose those folders to the website.

    Internet and Web Basics

    • The Internet is defined as 'a vast network that connects computers all over the world' by Encyclopedia Britannica.
    • The primary function of a web server is to handle user access requests and deliver content.
    • The crucial piece of being able to deliver internet content is a web server.
    • Contrary to some opinions, the Internet is not simply websites.
    • The fundamental technologies employed by web servers are HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP.

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