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What is the primary function of a server on the internet?
What is the primary function of a server on the internet?
Which of the following protocols is specifically designed for file transfer?
Which of the following protocols is specifically designed for file transfer?
What role does the Domain Name System (DNS) serve?
What role does the Domain Name System (DNS) serve?
Which type of client software is commonly used to access documents on the web?
Which type of client software is commonly used to access documents on the web?
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What is a major advantage of using the World Wide Web?
What is a major advantage of using the World Wide Web?
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Which of the following statements about IP addresses is true?
Which of the following statements about IP addresses is true?
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What does HTTP stand for in the context of web servers?
What does HTTP stand for in the context of web servers?
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Which of the following systems or software is NOT considered a web server?
Which of the following systems or software is NOT considered a web server?
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Study Notes
Internet Overview
- The internet is a global network of interconnected computers, established through collaboration and governed by standard protocols.
- No single entity owns the internet; it operates on a framework of shared rules.
Ways to Transfer Information
- Email Protocols: Utilize POP3, IMAP, and SMTP for sending and receiving messages.
- File Transfer: FTP (File Transfer Protocol) facilitates the transfer of files between computers.
- Secure Shell: SSH is employed for secure remote access to computers.
- World Wide Web: Enables access to linked documents through hypertext, creating an expansive network of information.
Protocols
- Protocols dictate standardized methods for data transfer across networks.
Web and Servers
- The World Wide Web connects documents via hypertext links.
- Web servers respond to requests for information, providing documents quickly.
- HTTP servers are a common designation for web servers.
Popular Web Server Software
- Apache: Open source software widely used for web servers.
- Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS): A proprietary web server software from Microsoft.
IP Address and Domain Name System (DNS)
- Unique numeric IP addresses are assigned to every device on the internet.
- DNS translates domain names into IP addresses, making it easier for users to access servers.
- A single IP address can host multiple domain names, allowing shared resources.
Client and User Interaction
- Clients refer to software, such as desktop and mobile browsers, that send requests to servers.
- Browsers (also known as user agents) display retrieved documents to users.
HTTP Protocol
- HTTP serves as a transfer method for various web resources, including images, videos, audio files, and scripts.
Common Web Browsers
- Popular web browsers include:
- Edge and Internet Explorer (Windows)
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari
- Opera
- Vivaldi
Rendering Engines
- Rendering engines convert HTML and CSS into visual representations on screens.
- Notable rendering engines include:
- Blink: Used by Chrome 28+, forked from WebKit.
- Gecko: Utilized by all Firefox versions (excluding iOS).
- WebKit: Employed by Safari and Safari on iOS.
- Trident: Used by Internet Explorer (versions 4-11).
- EdgeHTML: Forked from Trident for Microsoft Edge.
- Blink: Also used by Opera 15+.
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of the internet, including its structure, various methods of information transfer like email and FTP, as well as the protocols that govern these processes. Test your knowledge on how the World Wide Web connects documents and the standardized methods used for data transmission.
