Understanding the Internet

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Which of the following best describes the Internet's fundamental structure?

  • A 'Network of networks' where computers are interconnected globally. (correct)
  • A closed system where only authorized users can exchange information.
  • A single, central server that manages all data and communication.
  • A hierarchical system of interconnected mainframe computers.

A user requires internet access that does not rely on traditional telephone lines and needs high-speed data transfer. Which connection type is most suitable?

  • Hotspot
  • WiMAX
  • Dial-up connection
  • Broadband connection (correct)

What is a key requirement for Wi-Fi to function correctly?

  • A dedicated telephone line.
  • A Broadband Internet Connection. (correct)
  • A WiMAX tower within a 5 km radius.
  • A direct Ethernet cable connection.

In what scenario would WiMAX be a more appropriate internet access solution than Wi-Fi?

<p>Providing wireless internet access across a city. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following locations is most likely to offer internet access via a hotspot?

<p>A university library. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technology facilitates data communication without the use of wire-based media, allowing devices to connect within a limited range?

<p>Wi-Fi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What infrastructure is essential to establish a WiMAX network?

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What is the primary function of a hotspot concerning internet access?

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A user is browsing the internet and wants to quickly return to the page they see when they first open their browser. Which browser function should they use?

<p>Home (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A webpage is taking too long to load, and the user wants to interrupt the loading process. Which browser function is most suitable for this?

<p>Stop (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user sees an intriguing image online but doesn't know what it represents. Which method can they use with Google Images to find more information about the image?

<p>Uploading the image to 'Search by Image' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions violates netiquette during online communication?

<p>Sharing someone else's content without citing the owner. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of netiquette?

<p>To ensure ethical and sensible online communication. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of respecting privacy, according to netiquette?

<p>Being cautious while sharing any kind of personal information and also respect privacy of other individuals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action demonstrates good netiquette in online discussions?

<p>Reading platform guidelines before participating. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid talking to strangers on the internet, according to the principles of netiquette?

<p>It can potentially put you in trouble or at risk. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user is browsing several websites in Google Chrome. They want to quickly return to the first website they visited during this browsing session. What is the most efficient way to achieve this?

<p>Repeatedly click the 'Back' button until they reach the first website. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A student is conducting research for a project and needs to find credible sources online but does not know the exact URL. What should they do?

<p>Type keywords related to the research topic into a search engine. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user encounters a webpage that is displaying incorrectly. Some elements are missing, and the page is not interactive. What is the first step they should take to try and fix the issue?

<p>Click the 'Refresh' button to reload the webpage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user wants to quickly access a frequently visited website without typing the full address every time. What is the most efficient way to achieve this?

<p>Mark the website as a favorite/bookmark. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A student is using a web browser for research. They have multiple tabs open, each containing different sources. Suddenly, the browser freezes, and all tabs become unresponsive. What is the most likely cause of this issue?

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A user wants to compare products from different online retailers simultaneously. Which web browser feature would be most helpful for this task?

<p>Tab (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user is trying to access a website, but the web browser displays an error message indicating that the address cannot be found. What is the most likely cause of this issue?

<p>The website address (URL) was typed incorrectly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A student is writing a research paper and needs to cite sources from various websites. Which feature of a web browser can help them quickly revisit those sources later for accurate citation?

<p>The 'Favorite/Bookmark' feature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

World Wide Web (WWW)

A collection of information on the Internet containing websites with text, photos, audio, and video.

URL (Uniform Resource Locator)

The unique web address that identifies every webpage on the Internet.

Search Engine

A tool to find information on the Internet when you don't know the website's address.

Web Browser

Software that lets you view websites on the Internet.

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Address Bar

Where you type the website address.

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Back & Forward

Buttons to revisit previously viewed websites.

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Search Bar

Prompts you to enter a keyword for searching, suggests websites.

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Tab

Enables viewing multiple websites in one window.

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Internet

A global network of interconnected computers that allows for communication and access to information.

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Broadband Connection

Connecting to the Internet without using a traditional telephone line, offering faster data transfer speeds.

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Wi-Fi

Wireless Fidelity; a wireless network that allows devices to communicate without wires, typically within a limited range.

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WiMAX

Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access; a larger-scale wireless communication standard than Wi-Fi, covering greater distances.

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Hotspot

A location that provides wireless network access to computing devices like laptops or smartphones.

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Smartphone as Wi-Fi Hotspot

Using a smartphone to create a Wi-Fi network for other nearby devices to access the Internet.

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Internet's Offerings

Allows exchanging of graphics, sound, software, and text through various websites.

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Internet Availability

Operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing constant access to communication and information resources.

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History (Web Browser)

A list of recently visited webpages by a user.

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Home (Web Browser)

Opens the default start page of the web browser.

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Stop (Web Browser)

Halt the current loading process of a webpage.

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Search by Image

A function to find pictures and information by uploading an image.

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Netiquette

Manners and ethics for online communication.

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Netiquette - Respect

Be respectful in language and tone towards other online users.

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Netiquette - Clear Emotions

Use appropriate capitalization and punctuation to express emotions properly.

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Netiquette - Privacy

Be careful about sharing personal information and respect the privacy of others.

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Study Notes

  • Internet connects computers globally, and uses telecom lines or communication channels like satellites
  • The Internet is a 'Network of networks'
  • Offers worldwide access to communication services 24/7 and exchange of graphics, sound, software, and text via websites

Ways to Connect to The Internet

  • Broadband connections can be established without telephone lines and offer faster data transfer
  • Wi-Fi: Stands for Wireless Fidelity; supports data communication without wires, works within 100-300 ft range, and needs a broadband internet connection
  • WiMAX: Stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access, a bigger form of connection than Wi-Fi that provides wireless access up to 50 Km, requires a tower similar to a cell phone tower
  • Hotspot: A wireless network access point for devices like laptops or smartphones, common in public places, smartphones are often used as Wi-Fi hotspots

Common Terms of Internet

  • WWW (World Wide Web) is a collection of information containing millions of websites with text, photos, graphics, audio, and video
  • URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is a unique web address for every webpage
  • Net Surfing means browsing the internet by navigating from one webpage to another using a web browser
  • Search engines help find information on the internet for things like website address and URL
  • Example search engines are Google, Yahoo, and Bing
  • Web browsers are application software that enables users to locate and display website content
  • Popular web browsers include Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox

Web Browser Features

  • The address bar is where website addresses are typed and serves as a search bar
  • The back and forward buttons allow navigation between recently visited websites
  • The search bar prompts users for keywords, with a list of associated websites displayed below the address bar
  • Tabs enable viewing various websites in one window

Web Browser Buttons

  • The refresh button reloads the current webpage
  • The favorite/bookmark feature provides easy access to marked website with the marked website visible in the 'Favorite Bar'
  • The star button on the address bar enables to mark the website as favorite
  • History lists webpages visited recently
  • Home opens the default homepage of the web browser
  • Stop halts the page loading process

Searching by Image

  • Google Images allows searching for pictures and photos by typing keywords or uploading a related picture
  • Using the "Upload an image option" lets you select an image to search with

Netiquette

  • Netiquette refers to being proper, ethical, respectful, and maintaining good manners during online communication
  • Be respectful to other online users and be cautious of the language you use
  • Express your emotions properly by using appropriate caps, exclamation
  • Avoid talking to strangers on the internet because it might cause trouble
  • Do not ping and disturb other
  • Do not share someone's content without citing the name of the owner
  • Do not abruptly leave a conversation
  • Be cautious while sharing personal information and respect privacy of other individuals
  • Read the guidelines before signing-in to any social media platform

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