Internet and World Wide Web
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Which characteristic primarily differentiates Web 2.0 from Web 1.0?

  • Web 2.0 is primarily focused on e-commerce, while Web 1.0 is focused on information dissemination.
  • Web 2.0 does not require internet access, while, Web 1.0 does.
  • Web 2.0 uses only static HTML, while Web 1.0 uses server-side scripting.
  • Web 2.0 allows for user interaction and content creation, while Web 1.0 is mainly read-only. (correct)

How does 'Folksonomy' enhance user experience in Web 2.0?

  • By enforcing a strict, pre-defined categorization system controlled by website administrators.
  • By eliminating the need for users to create accounts on social media platforms.
  • By allowing users to collectively classify and categorize information using freely chosen keywords or tags. (correct)
  • By restricting content creation to website owners, ensuring content quality and accuracy.

What distinguishes 'Software as a Service' (SaaS) as a key feature of Web 2.0?

  • Users subscribe to software and access it on demand, typically over the internet. (correct)
  • Software is freely distributed without any licensing agreements.
  • Users permanently purchase software licenses for unlimited use.
  • Software is installed locally on users' devices and updated manually.

What is the primary objective of Web 3.0's semantic web?

<p>To enable machines to understand user preferences and deliver targeted content. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of 'Convergence' apply to ICT trends?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of dynamic web pages?

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What is the main purpose of hashtags on social media platforms like Twitter?

<p>To categorize and classify information, making it easier to search and discover related content. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Web 2.0, what does 'Long Tail' primarily refer to regarding services ?

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Which factor primarily drives the increasing popularity of mobile technologies within ICT trends?

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Which of the following Operating Systems is exclusive to Apple Mobile Devices?

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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the fundamental role of the Internet?

<p>Two researchers in different countries collaborate on a project by exchanging data and analysis through a shared online platform. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a scenario where a user in London accesses a website hosted on a server in Tokyo. Which of the following elements is most crucial for enabling this interaction?

<p>The standardized protocols that govern communication between computers on the Internet. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately differentiates the Internet from the World Wide Web?

<p>The Internet provides the physical and network infrastructure, while the World Wide Web is a service that utilizes this infrastructure to access and share information. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Imagine you're explaining the difference between a website and a webpage to someone unfamiliar with the internet. Which analogy would best illustrate their relationship?

<p>A webpage is like a chapter in a book, and a website is like the entire book. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a web browser in the context of the World Wide Web?

<p>To retrieve, present, and enable interaction with information resources on the World Wide Web. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a web page displaying information about a local museum. If the content of the page remains the same for all users and cannot be altered directly by visitors interacting with it, which of the following best describes the page?

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What was the defining characteristic of Web 1.0, which distinguished it from subsequent iterations of the World Wide Web?

<p>Primarily static content with limited user interaction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tim Berners-Lee's initial vision for the World Wide Web at CERN was primarily focused on?

<p>Facilitating the sharing of scientific research among universities and institutions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of how the World Wide Web leverages the Internet?

<p>Accessing a website hosted on a remote server using HTTP. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a scenario where a user attempts to access a website, but encounters an error message indicating that the server cannot be found. Which of the following could be a potential cause of this issue?

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Flashcards

The Internet

A global network of interconnected computers and devices communicating via standardized protocols.

World Wide Web

An information system on the Internet where documents are linked via hypertext, enabling users to search and navigate.

Internet vs. Web

The internet is the network, the web is a service that runs on it to access websites.

Web Page

A hypertext document on the World Wide Web.

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Website

A related collection of World Wide Web files, including a homepage, under one domain.

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Webpage vs. Website

A single document displayed in a browser vs. a collection of related webpages.

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Web Browser

Software for retrieving, presenting, and navigating information resources on the World Wide Web.

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Static Web Page (Web 1.0)

A webpage with fixed content, the same for all users.

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Web 1.0

The first generation of the World Wide Web, from the early 1990s to the early 2000s, characterized by static pages.

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URLs

Identifies resources on the web, enabling interlinking via hypertext.

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Static Web Page

Unchanged or constant web pages, typically written in HTML.

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Dynamic Web Page

Web pages using server-side scripting (PHP, ASP, etc.) to generate dynamic content.

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Folksonomy

User-generated categorization using freely chosen keywords (e.g., hashtags).

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Rich User Experience

Content adapts and responds to user input, offering interactive experiences.

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User Participation

Users contribute content through comments, reviews, and evaluations.

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Long Tail

On-demand services instead of one-time purchases.

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Software as a Service (SaaS)

Subscribing to software only when needed.

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Mass Participation

Diverse information sharing through universal web access based on content from various cultures.

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Study Notes

  • The internet is a global network of interconnected computers and devices that use standardized protocols to communicate.
  • It allows any computer to connect to any other computer worldwide via dedicated routers and servers.
  • The internet sometimes referred to as "the Net," is a worldwide system of computer networks enabling users to get information from any other computer.

World Wide Web

  • The World Wide Web (WWW) is an information system on the internet where documents are connected by hypertext links, letting users search for information by moving between documents.
  • The WWW is an information space where documents and web resources are identified by URLs, interlinked by hypertext links, and accessible via the internet.
  • Tim Berners-Lee invented the WWW in 1989 at CERN, initially to share scientific research.
  • The WWW was officially launched to the public in 1991.
  • The internet provides the infrastructure, while the Web is a service that runs on it, providing access to websites and online content.

Web Pages vs. Websites

  • A web page is a hypertext document on the World Wide Web.
  • A website is a location on the internet that maintains one or more pages on the World Wide Web.
  • Web pages are single documents displayed in a browser, whereas websites are collections of related webpages under one domain.

Web Browser

  • Web browsers display web pages on monitors or mobile devices.
  • It is a software application for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information resources on the World Wide Web.

Static Web Pages (Web 1.0)

  • A static webpage is a flat or stationary page that cannot be manipulated by the user.
  • Web 1.0 refers to the first generation of the World Wide Web, prominent from the early 1990s to the early 2000s.
  • It was a static, read-only web where users could only view information but not interact.

Dynamic Web Pages (Web 2.0)

  • Web 2.0 is the evolution of Web 1.0 by adding dynamic web pages and website interaction.
  • Users can see websites differently based on interactions, such as on social networking sites, wikis, and video-sharing sites. -Web 2.0 allows users to interact with the page by commenting or creating an account.
  • Most modern websites are Web 2.0.

Static vs. Dynamic Web Pages

  • "Static" means unchanged, while "dynamic" means changing or lively.
  • Static sites are written in plain HTML, displaying exactly what is in the code.
  • Dynamic sites use server-side scripting languages like PHP, ASP, or JSP.

Features of Web 2.0

  • Folksonomy: Allows users to categorize information using freely chosen keywords (e.g., hashtags on social media).
  • Rich User Experience: Content is dynamic and responds to user input.
  • User Participation: Users can contribute content via comments, reviews, and evaluations (e.g., on e-commerce sites like Lazada and Amazon).
  • Long Tail: Services are offered on demand rather than as one-time purchases (e.g., data plans).
  • Software as a Service: Users subscribe to software only when needed (e.g., Google Docs).
  • Mass Participation: Diverse information sharing through universal web access. Content is based on people from various cultures.

Web 3.0

  • The Semantic Web is a movement led by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
  • The W3C encourages web developers to include semantic content in web pages.
  • The Semantic Web is a component of Web 3.0.
  • The Semantic Web provides a common framework for data sharing and reuse across applications, enterprises, and communities.
  • Web 3.0 aims for machines to understand user preferences to deliver targeted content.
  • Convergence: Synergy of technological advancements working toward a similar goal.
  • Social Media: Websites, applications, or online channels enabling users to create, discuss, modify, and exchange user-generated content.

Types of Social Media

  • Social networks
  • Bookmarking sites
  • Social news
  • Media sharing
  • Microblogging
  • Blogs and Forums

Mobile Technologies

  • The increasing popularity of smartphones and tablets is a key trend.
  • The latest mobile devices use 4G Networking LTE, which is currently the fastest mobile network.
  • Mobile devices use different operating systems.

Mobile Operating Systems

  • Apple (iOS)
  • Android
  • Blackberry OS
  • Windows Phone OS
  • Symbian OS
  • Web OS
  • Windows Mobile OS

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The internet is a global network of interconnected computers that uses standardized protocols to communicate. The World Wide Web (WWW) is an information system on the internet where documents are connected by hypertext links, letting users search for information. Tim Berners-Lee invented the WWW in 1989 at CERN.

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