Lesson 3: Connecting to the Internet
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What is the Internet?

  • A collection of different websites you can access through the Web
  • A global network of billions of computers and other electronic devices (correct)
  • A way of saying a computer is disconnected from the Internet
  • The World Wide Web

    • What does it mean when a computer is online?

  • It is not functioning properly
  • It is only connected to a specific network
  • It is disconnected from the Internet
  • It is connected to the Internet (correct)

    • What is the World Wide Web (WWW) also known as?

  • A way of saying a computer is disconnected from the Internet
  • A way of browsing different electronic devices
  • A global network of computers
  • A collection of different websites you can access through the Internet (correct)

    • What does the Web consist of?

    <p>Related text, images, and other resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is possible with the Internet?

    <p>Access to almost any information and communication with anyone else in the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a web browser?

    <p>Displaying websites stored on the Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are websites stored?

    <p>On a server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a server in relation to the Internet?

    <p>Storing websites and retrieving them upon request</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of email as a communication tool?

    <p>It allows almost instant communication globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some activities that can be done on the Internet?

    <p>Pay bills, manage bank accounts, and meet new people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you want to connect multiple devices to the Internet at the same time in your home?

    <p>Set up a home wireless network (Wi-Fi)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you consider when choosing an Internet service provider (ISP)?

    <p>The types of service provided by the ISP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary unit used to measure Internet speeds offered by ISPs?

    <p>Mbps (megabits per second)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common type of Internet service that depends on which ISPs serve your area?

    <p>Satellite Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If your main purpose for using the Internet is email and social networking, what range of Internet speed might be sufficient for your needs?

    <p>$2 - 5$ Mbps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main hardware needed to connect to the Internet?

    <p>Modem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of modem is needed for cable access to the Internet?

    <p>Cable modem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a router in the context of Internet connection?

    <p>To connect multiple devices to a single Internet connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a wireless router in home networking?

    <p>To create a home wireless network (Wi-Fi network)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you encounter problems with your Internet connection after setting it up?

    <p>Call your ISP's technical support number</p> Signup and view all the answers

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