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Internet Basics and Web Browsing

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What differentiates an IP address from a MAC address?

IP addresses identify devices on a local network, while MAC addresses identify devices on the internet.

IP addresses are used for routing on the internet, while MAC addresses are used for communication within a local network. (correct)

IP addresses can change frequently, while MAC addresses always remain the same.

IP addresses are temporary while MAC addresses are permanent.

Which of the following is NOT a feature commonly associated with web browsers?

Managing hardware settings (correct)

Displaying static images

Bookmarking web pages

Tabbed browsing

What is the primary purpose of a web browser?

To access, retrieve, and view content on the World Wide Web (correct)

To provide internet connectivity to different devices

To encrypt data for secure communication over the internet

To connect to other users in a network

Which statement accurately describes the differences between the internet, intranet, and extranet?

<p>The internet is a global system, intranets are private networks within organizations, and extranets extend access to external users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options correctly describes the World Wide Web?

<p>A collection of documents accessed via the internet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Internet and its Uses

The Internet is a global network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP protocol to communicate.
The World Wide Web (WWW) is a system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via the Internet.
A web browser is a software application that allows users to access and view web pages.
Examples of web browsers include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.
Web browsers typically include features such as:
- URL bar
- Bookmarks
- History
- Download manager
- Search bar
- Tabbed browsing
An IP address is a unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network.
A MAC address is a unique identifier assigned to each NIC (Network Interface Card) manufactured.
An intranet is a private network within a company or organization.
An extranet is a private network that allows authorized users outside the company to access information.

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This quiz covers essential concepts of the Internet and its various uses, including the World Wide Web, web browsers, and networking essentials like IP and MAC addresses. Test your knowledge on how these technologies interact and what features modern web browsers provide. Explore the difference between intranets and extranets.