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What is the primary function of a web server?
What is the primary function of a web server?
Which of the following is NOT a widely used web browser for personal computers?
Which of the following is NOT a widely used web browser for personal computers?
What is the purpose of using a minus (-) symbol in a Google search?
What is the purpose of using a minus (-) symbol in a Google search?
What does the acronym 'http' stand for, and what is its function?
What does the acronym 'http' stand for, and what is its function?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature or functionality of Google search?
Which of the following is NOT a feature or functionality of Google search?
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What is a bookmark or favorite in the context of web browsing?
What is a bookmark or favorite in the context of web browsing?
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How can you trigger a voice search in your Google Chrome browser?
How can you trigger a voice search in your Google Chrome browser?
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What is the main difference between the internet and the World Wide Web (WWW)?
What is the main difference between the internet and the World Wide Web (WWW)?
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Study Notes
The Internet
- The internet, also called the net, is a global network connecting businesses, governments, schools, and individuals.
- It provides access to worldwide information and instant communication.
- Developed in the late 1960s.
World Wide Web
- The World Wide Web (WWW) or simply the Web, is a collection of interconnected electronic documents.
- Each electronic document is a web page.
- E-mail and the web are common internet services.
- The Web emerged in the early 1990s.
Websites
- A website is a collection of web pages, related documents, and images stored on a web server.
- A web server delivers web pages when requested.
Browsing the Web
- A web browser allows users to view web pages.
- Common browsers include Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera, Safari, and Google Chrome.
- To browse the web, a device connected to the internet is required.
Web Addresses
- Each web page has a unique address (URL or web address).
- URLs include a protocol (e.g., http://), a domain name, and sometimes a path to a specific page.
- http stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which governs how web pages transfer.
- Bookmarks or favorites are saved web addresses accessed through a list.
Google Search Tips
Using Google Search Modifiers
- Exclude terms using a minus sign (-).
- Search for exact phrases using quotation marks (" ").
Google Voice Search
- Search by voice on desktop browsers using the microphone icon.
- Works better on mobile devices due to the "OK, Google" feature.
- Google Assistant may answer simple questions.
Using Tabs
- Google search results include tabs (Web, Images, News, etc.).
Spelling
- Google's search is sophisticated, accurate spelling is not always required.
Quick Calculations
- Type equations in the address bar for immediate results.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the Internet, World Wide Web, and websites. This quiz covers essential concepts such as web browsers, web addresses, and the historical development of the Internet. Check your understanding of how these components connect and function together.
