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The internet is the world wide collection of ______ which allows a user to send and receive emails, chat or browse the World Wide Web (WWW) or transfer files from computer to computer.
networks
WWW or ______ is the part of the internet which the user can access by using web browsers.
web
A ______ is a software that allows a user to access and interact with web pages and files on the web.
web browser
An ______ is the name given to a private network that provides similar services to that of an internet like email, messaging, web page, etc.
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Typical uses of ______ include internal emails and instant messaging between the workers and sharing of internal documents.
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The term internet comes from the phrase '______ Network'.
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An intranet requires an ______ and password to enter.
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Instead of saving data on a local hard disk or other storage devices, a user can save their data 'in the ______'.
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Private cloud is a storage provided by a dedicated environment behind a company ______.
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Public cloud is a storage environment where the customer/client and ______ storage provider are different companies.
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Study Notes
Internet and World Wide Web
- The internet is a global collection of networks that enables users to send and receive emails, chat, browse the web, and transfer files.
- The World Wide Web (WWW) is a part of the internet that allows users to access information using web browsers.
- The terms 'internet' and 'WWW' are not interchangeable.
Web Browsers and Web Pages
- A web browser is a software that allows users to access and interact with web pages and files on the web.
- Web pages are documents on a computer screen that may consist of text, pictures, sound, video, etc.
- A website consists of multiple web pages linked together.
Intranet
- An intranet is a private network that provides similar services to the internet, such as email, messaging, and web pages, but is designed for internal use within an organization.
- Intranet advantages include:
- Increased security due to reduced external hacking risks
- Ability to block access to unwanted websites
- Customized information specific to the organization's needs
- Secure transmission of sensitive messages
Typical Uses of Intranet
- Internal emails and instant messaging between employees
- Sharing of internal documents
Differences between Internet and Intranet
- Internet: global network, covers global topics, difficult to block certain websites, accessible from anywhere with an ISP account
- Intranet: private network, provides local information, possible to block certain websites, requires user ID and password, accessible from agreed points
Cloud Storage and Cloud Computing
- Cloud storage or cloud computing is a method of storing documents, programs, and data on offsite servers rather than on local computers.
- Benefits include saving on infrastructure costs of servers and storage devices.
Types of Cloud Storage
- Public cloud: storage environment where customer and cloud provider are separate companies
- Private cloud: storage provided by a dedicated environment behind a company firewall
- Hybrid cloud: a combination of public and private cloud storage systems
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