11 Questions
What is the role of the Internet in delivering and accessing information and services?
Enabling the delivery and access of information and services
What is Web 2.0 and what are examples of Web 2.0 sites?
Dynamic websites that allow user interaction and collaboration, e.g. Wikipedia and Facebook
How are Internet and Web technologies applied to business networks in the form of intranets and extranets?
By enabling remote access to business networks
What is the difference between intranets and extranets?
Intranets are used for internal communication, while extranets are used for external communication
Why is it important to learn about the Internet?
To leverage the critical infrastructure for information delivery and access
How does the Internet support sources of online media and entertainment?
By enabling the delivery of online media and entertainment
What is one of the main uses of the Internet for businesses?
To reach out to new and existing customers
What percentage of the Internet population is made up of Asians?
40%
What is the purpose of Internet Protocol (IP) according to the text?
To enable computers to route communications traffic
What does the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) have authority to do?
Resolve domain name disputes
How do businesses and organizations connect to the Internet via LAN server?
By managing a local area network (LAN)
Study Notes
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.
Test your knowledge of Chapter 11 'The Internet, Web, Intranets, and Extranets' from the Eleventh Edition of Principles of Information Systems. This quiz covers topics such as how the Internet works, methods for connecting to it, the role of Internet service providers, and Web 2.0.
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