Web in Daily Life Overview

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What differentiates a website from a webpage?

A webpage is a collection of websites, while a website is a single page.

A website is an online application, while a webpage is a static file.

A website is accessed via browsers, while a webpage is accessed via search engines.

A website consists of multiple webpages, while a webpage is one part of a website. (correct)

Which of these correctly describes the World Wide Web (WWW)?

The WWW is mainly designed for educational institutions and does not support commercial activities.

The WWW is synonymous with the internet and serves as its foundation.

The WWW functions independently of the internet and has its unique infrastructure.

The WWW is a service that operates on the internet, which is a network of computers. (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a content aggregator?

A directory service listing various local businesses

Instagram

A blog that publishes personal stories

A news aggregation website collecting articles from various sources (correct)

What does B2C stand for in e-commerce terminology?

Business to Consumer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a media sharing site?

A website that allows users to upload and share multimedia content Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options does NOT represent a universal payment method?

Apple Pay Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a sidebar on a webpage?

To provide navigation links and additional content alongside the main body. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the IETF?

An open organization that develops and maintains internet standards. Signup and view all the answers

What is a specialty search engine designed to do?

Provide more relevant information on specific topics Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about search engine spiders/crawlers?

They automatically scan information for search engines to index. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a search engine filter?

To narrow down search results to match specific criteria. Signup and view all the answers

Which domain extensions are associated with highly credible sources?

.gov / .edu Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fair Use Doctrine allow?

Limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a citation in research?

To give credit to the owner of a source. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a search engine hit?

A webpage that matches the user's search query. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Intellectual Property Rights?

Rights allowing creators to maintain ownership over their work. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Web in Daily Life

The World Wide Web (WWW) is a service that operates on the internet, but the internet is the network of computers that the web uses
The top-level domains are the final part of a domain name, for example, .biz/.com/.Edu/.gov/.int/
The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF): An open organization responsible for the development and maintenance of internet standards
Examples of Devices Used to Access the Web: Phones, PCs, Smart Watches, Tablets, Laptops
Companies That Create Web Compatible Devices: Apple, IBM, Samsung, Dell, HP

Describe Websites & Webpages

The first website: info.cern.ch
Blog: A regularly updated website
Content Aggregator: A website that collects data from multiple webpages
Examples of Media Sharing Sites: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube
Online Social Network: Allows people to connect socially
Examples of Search Engines: Google, Bing, Fire Fox, Microsoft edge
Wiki: Enables collaboration and content structuring by its users
Header/Banner: A section at the top that primarily contains a logo, navigation, and other information
Body: Contains key information, typically in the center of the page.
Sidebar: An enclosed section with text on the side of a page

E-commerce

E-commerce: Buying and selling goods through online sources
E-Commerce Platforms: Amazon, Shopify, Big Cartel.
B2C: Selling products directly to consumers
C2C: Consumer selling directly to consumers
B2B: Transaction between two businesses
3D Secure: An authentication method that adds an extra layer of security
TLS: A method of security that involves data encryption.
Universal Payment Methods: Cash, Debit Card, Credit Card
Newer Payment Methods: Google Pay, Apple Pay, Venmo, Cash App, PayPal
Convenience of E-commerce: Ability to place orders from remote locations, avoiding store visits, wider product variety, 24/7 availability

Search Engines

Information Literacy: An individual's ability to gather and comprehend information
Search Engine Spiders/Crawlers: Programs that automatically scan information for search engines to index
Search Engine Indexes: Organizing and storing information from webpages
Search Engine Hit: When a search engine provides a webpage, document, or database that matches the search query
Search Engine AD: A paid promotion that appears on the screen of your search engine results
Search Engine Sponsored Link: A paid link that appears on search engines
Search Engine Filter: A tool that narrows down the search results to further match specific criteria
Search Engine Boolean Operator: Using words and symbols such as "And," "Or," and "Not" to refine or broaden search results

Online Research

Specialty Search Engine: A search engine that provides more relevant information on specific topics
Evaluating a Source's Reliability: Checking if information is up to date
Highly Credible Sources: .gov and .edu domains
Intellectual Property Rights: Rights protecting creators' control over their work for a specific period
Violation of Copyright: Using another's work without proper citation or permission
Public Domain: Collection of works that do not fall under Intellectual Property Rights
Fair Use Doctrine: Allowing limited use of copyrighted material without copyright holders' permission
Creative Commons: Copyright holders sharing work while maintaining ownership
Ethics: Principles and integrity
Citation: Giving credit to the owner of a source

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This quiz explores the role of the World Wide Web in our daily lives, highlighting key concepts such as top-level domains, internet standards, and types of web content. It also discusses various devices used to access the web and famous companies in this domain. Test your knowledge of how the web functions and its impact on modern communication.