Introduction to the Internet and Web Technologies

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What does HTTP stand for?

Hypertext Transport Protocol

Hyperlink Transfer Protocol

High-Level Transfer Protocol

Hypertext Transfer Protocol (correct)

Which of the following is a function of a web browser?

Manage network traffic

Store network files

Fetch and display documents from web servers (correct)

Process database queries

What is the purpose of a URL?

To enhance internet security

To manage network resources

To connect to databases

To identify the location of a document on a web site (correct)

Which command is used to send a web form response in HTTP?

POST filename Signup and view all the answers

Which type of server manages network traffic?

Network server Signup and view all the answers

What kind of server is dedicated to storing files?

File server Signup and view all the answers

What does a web server refer to?

Both hardware and software components Signup and view all the answers

What request does the web server fulfill when receiving a GET command?

Download a specified file Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Nginx as mentioned?

To serve as a web server and reverse proxy Signup and view all the answers

Which company is NOT listed as successfully using Nginx?

Twitter Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a static web page?

It delivers the same content to all users Signup and view all the answers

What must happen for dynamic content to be delivered to a user?

It requires specific programs to be processed Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main parts of a dynamic website as described?

The backend that stores and provides data Signup and view all the answers

How does Nginx contribute to web performance?

By improving content and application delivery Signup and view all the answers

What does dynamic content depend on?

User interaction and preferences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about Nginx?

It was developed by Igor Sysoev in 2004. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a web server?

To process user requests and deliver web pages Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes client-side web development?

It involves interactivity and displaying data in the browser. Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of the Apache HTTP Server?

It has a large public library of add-ons. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes Internet Information Services (IIS)?

IIS is tightly integrated with Windows operating systems. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of web servers, what initiates communication with the server?

A user agent sends an HTTP request to the server. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential limitation of using a web server like IIS?

It requires a Windows operating system. Signup and view all the answers

What does a web server do if it cannot find the requested content?

It generates an error message. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of a server in a web environment?

A server processes and handles requests from multiple clients. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Internet

The Internet is a global network connecting billions of devices that use HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) to communicate.
HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) allows different devices to understand each other.
The first web browser and web server were created to connect devices together.

Web Browsers

Web browsers are programs that retrieve and display documents from web servers.
Popular web browsers include Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Apple Safari, Google Chrome and Opera.

HTTP

HTTP is a set of commands understood by web servers and sent from web browsers.
Common HTTP commands include:
- GET filename: Downloads a file.
- POST filename: Sends a web form response, which creates a new resource.
- PUT filename: Uploads a file, which updates an existing resource.

URLs

URLs (Uniform Resource Locators) identify the location of a document on a website.
When a browser uses a URL, it:
- Asks the DNS server for the IP address of the website.
- Connects to that IP address at port 80.
- Asks the server to GET the specified file.
- Displays the resulting page on the user's screen.

Servers

A server is a computer or device on a network that manages network resources.
Different types of servers include:
- File servers: Store files for network users to access.
- Print servers: Manage printers for the network.
- Network servers: Manage and regulate network traffic.
- Database servers: Process database queries.

Web Servers

A web server is a computer or application that delivers web content accessible through the internet.
Webservers process user requests via HTTP.
They store, process, and deliver webpages to the client.
A web server receives requests from the client, generates a response, and sends it back to the client.

Client-Side vs. Server-Side

Client-Side: The user's browser (e.g., Chrome, Safari) interacts with a server to perform actions. This focuses on the user interface and displaying data.
Server-Side: The systems behind the scenes that manage data and logic. This includes storing and processing information.

Types of Web Servers

Apache HTTP Server: One of the most popular web servers in the world. It's open-source, runs on various operating systems, and can be adapted for specific needs. Popular sites using Apache include Youtube, Wikipedia, Ask.com, and Apple.com.
Internet Information Services (IIS): Developed by Microsoft, IIS is a flexible, secure, and manageable webserver for hosting diverse content on the web. It is integrated with Windows operating systems and easy to administer.
Nginx: Nginx is a high-performance web server used as a reverse proxy, load balancer, mail proxy, and HTTP cache. It is open-source and serves over 146 million websites, including Netflix, Dropbox, Pinterest, WordPress.com, Instagram, GitHub, and SoundCloud.

Static Web Pages

Static web pages deliver the same fixed content to every user without any dynamic generation or processing. This makes them efficient to transmit over the internet.
The content is stored as a file, and the server sends the same file to each user, making these pages fast and easy for websites to deliver.

Dynamic Content

Dynamic content changes based on the user's preferences, behavior, and interests.
The same document can return different results based on who is making the request.
Web servers need to run programs like PHP, ASP, etc., to process requests and generate dynamic content.

Web Development

Dynamic websites consist of two main parts:
- Front-end: The visible part of the website that users interact with through their web browsers.
- Back-end: Controls the website's functionality, including data storage and processing. It's behind the scenes and not directly visible to the user.

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Explore the fundamental concepts of the Internet, web browsers, and HTTP protocols. This quiz covers the basics of how devices communicate online and the role of URLs in navigating the web. Test your knowledge on web technologies and their functionalities.