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Who published a paper on hypertext, hypermedia, and hyperlinks in 1965?
Who published a paper on hypertext, hypermedia, and hyperlinks in 1965?
What significant structure did Tim Berners-Lee create in 1989?
What significant structure did Tim Berners-Lee create in 1989?
What was one of the primary purposes of the Web when it was first made publicly available?
What was one of the primary purposes of the Web when it was first made publicly available?
What does W3C stand for?
What does W3C stand for?
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Which type of web page is served ‘as is’ by the server?
Which type of web page is served ‘as is’ by the server?
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What is the function of a web browser?
What is the function of a web browser?
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Which of the following elements is NOT a characteristic of hypermedia?
Which of the following elements is NOT a characteristic of hypermedia?
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Which organization did Tim Berners-Lee found in 1994?
Which organization did Tim Berners-Lee found in 1994?
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What is the primary function of TCP/IP?
What is the primary function of TCP/IP?
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How does an intranet differ from the Internet?
How does an intranet differ from the Internet?
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What term describes a small network of interconnected computers?
What term describes a small network of interconnected computers?
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Which organization was responsible for the development of the Internet?
Which organization was responsible for the development of the Internet?
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What does the prefix 'inter-' in the term 'internet' signify?
What does the prefix 'inter-' in the term 'internet' signify?
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How can the Internet be characterized in relation to services?
How can the Internet be characterized in relation to services?
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Which of the following machines is NOT typically connected to the Internet?
Which of the following machines is NOT typically connected to the Internet?
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Which statement is true about the World Wide Web?
Which statement is true about the World Wide Web?
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Study Notes
The Internet
- The Internet is a global network of computer networks.
- It is based on the TCP/IP protocol, which governs machine-to-machine communication.
- It was developed by DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) and originally known as ARPANET.
- It was intended for decentralized message passing and initially used by the military.
- Universities, companies, institutions, and eventually personal computers at home joined the Internet.
Local Network
- A local network is a network confined to a specific organization or physical location.
- Examples: ICS, BioSci, Computer Shop local networks.
- Local networks can connect with other local networks, collectively called an internet (small i).
The Web
- The Web (World Wide Web) is a subset of the Internet.
- It is a collection of interconnected websites and webpages.
- It was invented by Tim Berners-Lee in 1989 at CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research).
- Its initial purpose was to facilitate information sharing between scientists around the world.
- It was inspired by Ted Nelson's ideas about hypermedia, hypertext, and hyperlinks.
Key Concepts
- Hypermedia: A medium containing graphics, audio, video, hypertext, and hyperlinks.
- Hypertext: Text with links to other documents.
- Hyperlink: A link that connects one piece of information to another.
Components of the Web
- Web Server: Software that hosts and serves resources on the web.
- Web Browser: Software used by humans to access and display web resources.
- Web Page: A document written for the web, containing text, images, video, audio, and other plugins.
- Website: A collection of related web pages under the same domain.
Types of Web Pages
- Static Web Page: A web page that is served as is by the server, with the same content for all viewers.
- Dynamic Web Page: A web page that contains dynamic elements, so different viewers may see different content.
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
- It was founded by Tim Berners-Lee in 1994.
- It is an international consortium of member organizations dedicated to ensuring the long-term growth of the web by developing protocols and guidelines.
- Member organizations include Google, IBM, Microsoft, and CERN.
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Explore the fundamentals of the Internet, local networks, and the World Wide Web. This quiz covers key concepts including protocols, historical context, and the relationship between these technologies. Test your knowledge of how these networks operate and their significance in today's world.
