Module 2 Concepts Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

_____ is a nonprofit organization that helps content creators keep copyright to their materials while allowing others to use, copy, or distribute their work.

Creative Commons

How should Muna check if a website for downloading music is secure?

She should check whether the URL of the website starts with 'http' or 'https.'

A(n) _____ is an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, sound, video, and links.

webpage

Why does Alicia have more success using RhythmOne instead of Google to find appropriate videos?

RhythmOne uses speech recognition Signup and view all the answers

What argument can Stuart make to convince Amanda to shop online?

One can shop online even if the weather is bad Signup and view all the answers

Is the transaction where Ryan bids for a dishwasher on eBay an example of e-commerce?

True Signup and view all the answers

Which website is designed to provide answers to factual questions?

Wolfram Alpha Signup and view all the answers

How can Benny ensure he doesn't plagiarize when using a farmer's explanations in his research paper?

Add a formal citation and use the farmer's explanation in his paper. Signup and view all the answers

Which web app best suits Bentley's needs for project management?

Trello Signup and view all the answers

What type of e-commerce website does Blackbaud have?

Business-to-business Signup and view all the answers

What mistake is Brendon making when trying to find the Red Cross website?

He should enter redcross.org because Red Cross is a nonprofit organization. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following increases the chance that Cathy's online payment is NOT secure?

Shopping on a website that uses HTTP protocol Signup and view all the answers

Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______.

the web app's server Signup and view all the answers

What search term will help Darren get results starting with the words 'art history'?

art history* Signup and view all the answers

How does the auction site earn its revenue in Dominic's transaction?

Dominic pays a small fee to the auction site. Signup and view all the answers

What tactic would you recommend for EasyMart to achieve the highest sales during the Christmas week?

Issue digital coupons for discounts Signup and view all the answers

What type of license should Francis use to retain copyright while allowing others to use his work?

Creative Commons license Signup and view all the answers

What should Gertie use to make secure online payments?

She should use a virtual account number to make the payment. Signup and view all the answers

Google is an example of which type of website?

A search site Signup and view all the answers

Which approach is most focused on Gregory's research about drugs for treating anemia?

Using web directories created by health research institutions Signup and view all the answers

What search keywords should Harry use to find a secondhand red skateboard?

secondhand 'red skateboard' Signup and view all the answers

What would be the top-level domain if Mark is developing a mobile-optimized website?

.mobi Signup and view all the answers

If you copy a drawing from the Internet and use it in a report, you might be violating the artist's _____.

intellectual property rights Signup and view all the answers

Where is data usually stored in a web app?

Cloud storage Signup and view all the answers

Which server address should Jane use for her orphanage website seeking financial assistance?

<a href="http://www.weareone.org">www.weareone.org</a> Signup and view all the answers

What could be a concern for Jodi while presenting her slides stored on Microsoft's web app?

Poor internet connection Signup and view all the answers

What should Joe do to avoid violating copyright laws with images?

Search for an image on Creative Commons. Signup and view all the answers

What search query should Joel use to find a specific webpage containing 'The quick brown fox'?

"The quick brown fox" Signup and view all the answers

Which factor assures Kay of the content's credibility about avocado health benefits?

The article's author has relevant experience Signup and view all the answers

Which sign indicates a website is not a worthwhile resource?

The author uses emotional language Signup and view all the answers

What online platform should Kyle use to share pictures, music, and ideas?

Facebook Signup and view all the answers

What search query should Lionel use to find images of penguin colonies?

Emperor penguin colony Signup and view all the answers

At what stage does a copyright for Mateo's diagram come into effect?

As soon as the image exists in physical form. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ms. Lawson mean when she says a photograph of the president is in the public domain?

The photo is free of copyrights. Signup and view all the answers

Which source is authentic for Patricia's analyses of the last five Presidential elections?

Articles published in a neutral newspaper Signup and view all the answers

What should Rajesh consider when deciding whether to use a web app for collaboration?

One friend has an unreliable internet connection Signup and view all the answers

What advantage do comparison shopping websites like PriceGrabber offer?

Information to obtain best value Signup and view all the answers

What type of website does Ronald maintain?

Content aggregator site Signup and view all the answers

What is the software called that search engines use to find webpages?

Spiders Signup and view all the answers

What can Steve do to increase his website ranking?

Link his website to other popular websites Signup and view all the answers

What is Susan most likely browsing when reading about a software firm?

The website of the software firm Signup and view all the answers

What will be true for those wanting to use a novel published in 1978, with a copyright notice 70 years after the author dies?

They are free to do so without seeking permission. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the most appropriate location for Victoria to place a new logo on her website's home page?

In the header Signup and view all the answers

What are 'hits' that search engines list on the first page?

Most relevant results Signup and view all the answers

What does a B2C website use to track items you select?

cookies Signup and view all the answers

What search operator would you use with 'Android' to find related phones?

<ul> <li>(asterisk)</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find the information about using an image obtained in a search result?

A usage rights filter shows information about using an image. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does a secure website use to safeguard transmitted information?

Encryption Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following indicates a website is NOT secure?

The URL starts with 'http' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a web app?

Google Docs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following identifies the location of each webpage on the Internet?

uniform resource locator Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking results?

Design quality of the webpage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an e-commerce transaction?

Hiring a plumber to fix a faucet Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT likely to be found on a webpage?

A formatting toolbar Signup and view all the answers

Which person benefits most from using a B2B website?

Akiko, who provides services to other businesses Signup and view all the answers

Which story can be said to be in the public domain?

A copyrighted story whose copyright has expired. Signup and view all the answers

Which top-level domain is generally used by Internet service providers?

.net Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about B2B e-commerce is correct?

True Signup and view all the answers

Which type of website would allow Evan to share photos and videos?

A social networking website Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google while conducting online research?

There are search engines available with more reliable research. Signup and view all the answers

A specialty search engine lets you search online information sources that general search engines do not always access.

True Signup and view all the answers

An e-commerce website offers fewer models, colors, and sizes than a physical store.

False Signup and view all the answers

Claire will not infringe copyright by citing a quote from a famous author.

True Signup and view all the answers

E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security (TLS) to encrypt data and protect you from fraud and identity theft.

True Signup and view all the answers

Haven's website address suggests that it is encrypted because it starts with HTTP.

False Signup and view all the answers

If you have information literacy, you can select the right tool to find the information you need.

True Signup and view all the answers

Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is misleading, biased, or out of date.

True Signup and view all the answers

Nellie sold her old laptop to a student using an e-commerce website which runs on B2B model.

False Signup and view all the answers

News360 is a search engine because it gathers, organizes, and then distributes web content.

False Signup and view all the answers

Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce.

True Signup and view all the answers

Steffi needs to look at the address bar to find the domain name of the webpage she is viewing.

True Signup and view all the answers

The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated.

False Signup and view all the answers

An e-commerce website selling carpentry tools shows a lock icon, indicating it is secure.

False Signup and view all the answers

Wikipedia is a collaborative website where a team of people can publish or modify content.

True Signup and view all the answers

Wolfram Alpha helps solve factual questions useful for homework.

True Signup and view all the answers

You use the CARS checklist to determine whether a website is current, appealing, relevant, and sophisticated.

False Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Copyright and Creative Commons

Creative Commons is a nonprofit that allows content creators to retain copyright while enabling others to use, copy, or share their work.
A Creative Commons license is suitable for creators like Francis who want to retain copyright while allowing free distribution of their content.

E-commerce and Online Shopping

E-commerce includes transactions like Ryan buying a dishwasher through eBay, representing consumer-to-consumer sales.
Business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce is exemplified by companies like Blackbaud that provide services for nonprofit organizations.
When shopping online, consumers should prefer secure websites identified through "https", and avoid sites with "http".

Online Security

Check if a website is secure by looking for indicators like a lock icon and "https" in the URL.
Using cookies, B2C websites track consumer selections to improve shopping experiences.
Virtual account numbers provide secure payment options without revealing financial information.

Research and Information Verification

Utilize specialized websites such as Wolfram Alpha for factual information verification.
Credible sources include articles authored by professionals with relevant expertise, such as nutritionists.
Use formal citations to avoid plagiarism when referencing other authors’ work.

Web Development and Functionality

Trello is recommended for project management needs due to its user-friendly interface.
Websites should be optimized for mobile by using the .mobi top-level domain for better accessibility.
Content aggregator sites, like Ronald's travel information site, compile adventure posts from various sources.

Search Techniques

Specific search terms, such as "art history*", improve the precision and relevance of results in search engines.
Using quotation marks around a phrase ensures that results contain that exact sequence of words.
Specialty search engines access sources often missed by general ones.

Platforms like Facebook facilitate sharing content, games, and connecting with friends and family.

Legal and Ethical Considerations

The current Copyright Law states works published after 1977 enter the public domain 70 years after the author's death.
Public domain materials, like certain photographs, incur no copyright constraints.

Information Assessment

Authentic sources for research include neutral articles from established newspapers.
The presence of emotional language in a resource can indicate bias, making it less credible.

Miscellaneous

Cloud storage refers to data being stored on a web app's server, enhancing access and backup convenience.
Knowledge of intellectual property rights is crucial when using online materials to avoid copyright infringements.
Information literacy involves the ability to evaluate the reliability of sources and determine the relevance of information.

General Use of Online Tools

Google Docs serves as an example of a web application for document creation and sharing.
Search engines use spiders to crawl the web and index pages for search results, enhancing information accessibility.
Online classified ads represent consumer-to-consumer e-commerce, reflecting a growing trend in online commerce.

Good Practices in Online Research

Browsing the address bar helps determine the domain name of any webpage.
It's advisable to use diverse methods beyond popular search engines for in-depth online research.

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