Internet vs. World Wide Web Quiz

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What characterizes the Internet as a system?

It is primarily designed for text-based communication.

It is centralized, controlled by a single entity.

It allows any connected individual to communicate with anyone else. (correct)

It requires dedicated servers for every connection.

Which statement best describes the difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web?

The WWW contains all data on the Internet.

The WWW only operates in specific geographic locations.

The Internet is a collection of documents, while the WWW is a system of computers.

The Internet is a collection of interconnected devices, and the WWW is a collection of linked documents. (correct)

What was the primary reason for the increased popularity of the Internet after the creation of the World Wide Web?

The introduction of graphic-intensive multimedia capabilities. (correct)

The use of more powerful server hardware.

The availability of increased bandwidth.

The ability to share saved text files more effectively.

Which of the following best describes a web server?

A server that exclusively handles HTTP requests. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a web client from other types of clients?

It specifically requests services from web servers. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a website?

It cannot include multimedia content. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes the role of HTML in relation to the World Wide Web?

It is the markup language used to create and structure web pages. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cited advantage of video conferencing?

Requires specific software (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does E-learning primarily emphasize in terms of learning pace and direction?

Self-directed and self-paced learning (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an application area of E-learning in a formal setup?

Behavioral development games (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms is NOT considered a form of e-banking?

Retail banking (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of video conferencing?

Requires a stable internet connection (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the 'To' field in an email?

To provide the address of the primary recipient(s) of the email (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which part of an e-mail address indicates the domain or server hosting the email service?

Hostname (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'BCC' in an email stand for?

Blind Carbon Copy (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes a web address (URL)?

It is a location on a net server specified in a standardized format (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role does markup play in HTML?

It provides instructions for formatting and structuring documents (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is an email structured?

Is composed of separate fields including From, To, and Body (D) Signup and view all the answers

What information does a URL typically NOT include?

Port number for server connection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about email attachments?

Attachments are mandatory for all emails (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding HTML is incorrect?

HTML was invented in the 1980s (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the process of downloading files?

Requesting a file from a remote server and receiving it. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the File Transfer Protocol (FTP)?

Managing the transmission of files between remote systems. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes TCP/IP?

It provides end-to-end communications over the internet by defining data packet management. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does TCP/IP enhance network reliability?

By allowing networks to recover automatically from device failures. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common TCP/IP protocol?

Local Area Network Protocol (LANP) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of TCP/IP being non-proprietary?

It allows for broader implementation across various systems. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the process of uploading involve?

Sending a local file to a remote server. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Internet protocols is true?

They define standardized methods for data transmission and communication. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does TCP/IP handle data transmission across networks?

It breaks data into smaller packets for efficient routing and assembly. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of SFTP?

To provide a secure channel for data transfer over SSH (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about FTP servers?

They listen for connection requests from FTP clients. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does SCP utilize to ensure secure file transfers?

Secure Shell (SSH) and Remote Copy Protocol (RCP) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Telnet operations?

It reflects operations performed on the remote computer on the local computer. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which protocol is specifically designed for logging onto remote computer systems?

Telnet (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does SFTP differ from traditional FTP in terms of data security?

SFTP encrypts data before sending it across the network. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions is NOT typically associated with File Transfer Protocol (FTP)?

Encrypting file transfers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the FTP client in the file transfer process?

It initiates the connection to the FTP server. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of exploring the web commonly referred to as?

Net Surfing (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Computer Applications (Code 165) - Class X

Course covers networking, the internet, the World Wide Web, web servers, web clients, web sites, web pages, blogs, news groups, HTML, e-mail, downloading/uploading files, internet protocols (TCP/IP), FTP, SCP, Telnet, web services, commonly used types of chat, video conferencing, e-learning, e-banking, e-shopping, e-reservation, e-governance, and e-groups.

Unit I: Networking (15 marks)

The internet is a large network of interconnected smaller networks.
These networks link thousands of computers to share information and resources.
Examples include supercomputers and databases.
The internet is a decentralized system.
Each connected user can communicate with anyone else on the internet.
The World Wide Web (WWW) is a set of programs, standards, and protocols that allows for the creation, display, and linking of multimedia and hypertext files on the internet.
Prior to WWW, the internet primarily focused on sharing textual information.
WWW significantly boosted internet popularity due to its multimedia capabilities.
WWW was proposed between 1989 and 1991 by Tim Berners-Lee.
HTML and a text browser were developed in 1990, making WWW a reality.
WWW is a part of the internet – the container, while the internet itself is the larger structure.
The internet is a collection of computers or networking devices, while WWW is a collection of documents linked by hyperlinks.

Web Servers

Web servers store web documents and respond to requests from web browsers.
They're also called WWW servers.
Examples include Apache, IIS, and NetSite.
A client (e.g., a web browser) requests a resource from a web server.
The server fulfills the request and sends the resource back to the client.

Web Clients

Web clients (e.g., web browsers) request and use services provided by web servers.
They are software programs that request and display documents/information from the web servers.
Example: Web browsers.

Web Sites

A website is a group of related web pages on a web server.
They share a common interface and design using HTML.
Websites also include various digital assets like images and videos.
The key components of websites include webhost, address/URL, homepage, design, content, navigation.

Web Hosts

Hosting is where a website is located physically.
A group of linked webpages becomes a website only when hosted on a web server.

Web Addresses / URLs

A web address (also called a URL) uniquely identifies a website.
A URL has a format like type://address/path.
"type" specifies the protocol or server type (e.g., http, https).
"address" is the address of the server.
"path" specifies the location of a file on the server.
Examples include https://ssimphal.nic.in/photos.htm, ftp://ftp.prenhall.com, http://www.yahoo.com.

Web Pages

A webpage is a digital document linked to the WWW for viewing by anyone using a browser.
Key components include content (hypertext, hyperlinks) and structure (page title, header, body, navigation links, footer).

Internet Protocols (TCP/IP)

Internet protocol is a system of rules defining how data transmission and communications happen between devices.
TCP/IP is a set of protocols that connects network devices on the internet.
TCP/IP is also used in private networks like intranets and extranets.
TCP/IP specifies data exchange over the internet, breaking data into packets, addressing them, transmitting, routing, and receiving them at destinations.
TCP/IP ensures network reliability (recovers automaticallly from device failures.
TCP/IP protocols include HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP.

Blogs

Blogs are a form of website that acts as a diary or journal on the web.
Bloggers create and maintain blogs, and the art of writing a blog is called blogging.
Bloggers provide links to other websites.
Millions of blogs exist today, maintained by individuals, companies, or organizations.
Different blog types include personal blogs, news and views blogs, company blogs, and micro-blogs.

News Groups (Forums)

A news group/forum functions like a community bulletin board.
Users can post messages, reply, or read messages.
Groups of related messages are called threads.
These can be subscribed to.
Usenet is a similar term to news group/forum.

HTML

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is a markup language invented in the 1990s by Tim Berners-Lee.
It is used to create webpages and uses special symbols/instructions to define format, style, and structure for them.
Each tag defines the different elements of a webpage and is important for styling the website correctly.

E-mail

E-mail addresses have a format like username@hostname.
The "username" cannot have blank spaces.
"Hostname" (domain) identifies the server/network servicing the email.
An email account on an ISP server is usually paid, unlike web-based email accounts.
Email messages have sections like From, To, CC, BCC, Subject, Body, Attachment, Date, and Message-ID.

Downloading/Uploading Files

Receiving data from a remote system is called downloading.
A download is a file received using email, FTP, or web servers.
Uploading files (sending local files to a remote site) uses protocols like FTP to transfer large data/files.

Video Conferencing

A live video-based meeting between people in different locations, using devices with video capabilities.
Helpful in many sectors such as education, business, and more.
Very cost efficient.

E-Learning

A learning system using electronic resources.
Accessible via devices (computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone).

E-Banking

A system enabling financial transactions over the internet.
Customers can conduct different banking procedures online, like personal transactions, or inquiries.

E-Shopping

Selling/purchasing products over internet platforms.
Benefits include anytime, anywhere, and any device access, and detailed product information.
Disadvantages include lack of personal touch, delivery delays, potential security risks, and possible discrepancies in product visuals.

E-Reservation

The process of booking tickets, hotel rooms, or other services online.
Benefits include convenience, time-saving, access to information, and multiple payment options.
Disadvantages include potential technical issues, security concerns, fewer options, and additional fees.

E-Governance

Applying electronic means to governance to fulfill common man's needs affordably and swiftly.
Services involve interacting with government entities and/or organizations with online systems.
Includes the application of electronic means in internal government operations.
Examples include the National e-governance Plan

E-Groups

Online communities for people sharing common interests, engaging in discussions, and coordinating online.
Popular e-groups include groups on Yahoo and Google.
E-groups involve threaded conversations or responses to messages.

Using internet-based social media programs to connect with people.
Social-networking platforms offer venues to share activities, interests, and connect with classmates, family, customers, and colleagues.
Popular social networks include Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.
Merits/benefits include ease of connection, discussion, information gathering.
Demerits/disadvantages include misuse of data, credibility issues, and potential dangers from fake profiles, or irresponsible behaviors.

Mobile Technologies

The popularity of mobile devices stems from affordable technology advancements in communication.
Key features include SMS (Short Message Service) and MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service).

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Test your knowledge on the key characteristics of the Internet and the World Wide Web. This quiz will cover essential differences, the role of web servers and clients, and the importance of HTML in web development. Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of these critical components of our digital world.