Principles of Information Systems, Eleventh Edition Chapter 11 Quiz

The Role of the Internet

• The Internet plays a crucial role in delivering and accessing information and services globally.

Web 2.0

• Web 2.0 refers to the second generation of the World Wide Web, characterized by interactive and user-generated content.
• Examples of Web 2.0 sites include social media platforms, blogs, and wikis.

Internet and Web Technologies in Business

• Internet and Web technologies are applied to business networks in the form of intranets and extranets.
• Intranets are private networks accessible only to authorized personnel within an organization.
• Extranets are private networks that allow authorized external partners or customers to access specific information.

Importance of Learning about the Internet

• It is essential to learn about the Internet to understand its impact on modern society, business, and communication.

Internet and Online Media

• The Internet supports various sources of online media and entertainment, such as streaming services, online news outlets, and social media platforms.

Internet in Business

• One of the main uses of the Internet for businesses is to facilitate e-commerce, online marketing, and global communication.

Internet Demographics

• Asians make up approximately 50% of the Internet population.

Internet Protocol (IP)

• The primary purpose of Internet Protocol (IP) is to provide a unique address for each device on the Internet, enabling communication and data transfer.

Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

• ICANN has authority to coordinate and manage the global domain name system (DNS) and assign IP addresses.

Business Internet Connection

• Businesses and organizations connect to the Internet via a LAN (Local Area Network) server, which is usually managed by a network administrator or IT department.