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Is JavaScript used to control the behavior of different elements?
Is JavaScript used to control the behavior of different elements?
- Only for styling elements
- Only for mathematical calculations
- True (correct)
- False
Where will you find the title bar in a web browser?
Where will you find the title bar in a web browser?
- At the bottom of the window
- On the right side of the screen
- At the top of your program (correct)
- In the system tray
Which web browser is known for its ability to import bookmarks from any browser and for its private browsing feature?
Which web browser is known for its ability to import bookmarks from any browser and for its private browsing feature?
- Opera
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari Web Browser (correct)
- Internet Explorer
What does a wildcard character allow you to do?
What does a wildcard character allow you to do?
What is the term used for the combination of a search engine and a directory?
What is the term used for the combination of a search engine and a directory?
What are paid placement links in search engine results typically labeled as?
What are paid placement links in search engine results typically labeled as?
Which browser includes RSS Headlines, Chat Extension and Spam/Malware Filter?
Which browser includes RSS Headlines, Chat Extension and Spam/Malware Filter?
What is the primary function of the Toolbar in a web browser?
What is the primary function of the Toolbar in a web browser?
Which statement is true regarding how internet browsers communicate with web servers?
Which statement is true regarding how internet browsers communicate with web servers?
Is it true that HTML provides the basic structure of websites, which is then enhanced by CSS and JavaScript?
Is it true that HTML provides the basic structure of websites, which is then enhanced by CSS and JavaScript?
Which features are associated with Google Chrome?
Which features are associated with Google Chrome?
What does CSS stand for?
What does CSS stand for?
Who developed Boolean algebra, which is foundational in logic and computer science?
Who developed Boolean algebra, which is foundational in logic and computer science?
What is NOT a function of modern web browsers?
What is NOT a function of modern web browsers?
In web browsers, which feature allows users to add functionality and personalize their experience?
In web browsers, which feature allows users to add functionality and personalize their experience?
Which of the following browsers is widely recognized for its extensive add-ons and customization options?
Which of the following browsers is widely recognized for its extensive add-ons and customization options?
Which of the following browsers is known for its features like Anti Spyware and Pop up Blocker?
Which of the following browsers is known for its features like Anti Spyware and Pop up Blocker?
What is the term used for a program that automatically searches the web to find new sites and update information about old sites?
What is the term used for a program that automatically searches the web to find new sites and update information about old sites?
Which operator is NOT recognized by most search engines for Boolean searches?
Which operator is NOT recognized by most search engines for Boolean searches?
A web page that is indexed in the search engine’s database and contains text matching your search expression is referred to as what?
A web page that is indexed in the search engine’s database and contains text matching your search expression is referred to as what?
Which browser is associated with features like Faster, Secure, and Reliable performance?
Which browser is associated with features like Faster, Secure, and Reliable performance?
What type of advertisement typically appears in a box on a web page, especially at the top or sides?
What type of advertisement typically appears in a box on a web page, especially at the top or sides?
Which browser includes integrated search engine capabilities with dynamic HTML support?
Which browser includes integrated search engine capabilities with dynamic HTML support?
In web search terminology, which of the following terms refers to features like Social Sharing and Youtube Downloader?
In web search terminology, which of the following terms refers to features like Social Sharing and Youtube Downloader?
What term describes a situation where a search leads you in the wrong direction?
What term describes a situation where a search leads you in the wrong direction?
Which component is essential in a basic search page for entering a search expression?
Which component is essential in a basic search page for entering a search expression?
What type of ad appears at or near the top of search engine results pages and requires payment?
What type of ad appears at or near the top of search engine results pages and requires payment?
What function do web robots or bots perform when they visit submitted URLs?
What function do web robots or bots perform when they visit submitted URLs?
Which of the following terms refers to a graded system of web pages based on linking?
Which of the following terms refers to a graded system of web pages based on linking?
What is the function of a meta tag on a web page?
What is the function of a meta tag on a web page?
Which type of search tool combines features of search engines and web directories?
Which type of search tool combines features of search engines and web directories?
What is meant by 'query' in the context of search engines?
What is meant by 'query' in the context of search engines?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four broad categories of search tools?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four broad categories of search tools?
Which browser is known for quick browsing, quick page sharing, and supports multiple apps?
Which browser is known for quick browsing, quick page sharing, and supports multiple apps?
What component at the top of your browser window shows the URL or site address?
What component at the top of your browser window shows the URL or site address?
An 'eb directory' is best defined as?
An 'eb directory' is best defined as?
Which of the following is a common feature of search engines?
Which of the following is a common feature of search engines?
In web browsing terminology, what is typically meant by 'meta-search engines'?
In web browsing terminology, what is typically meant by 'meta-search engines'?
Which option does NOT describe a function of 'directories' in search tools?
Which option does NOT describe a function of 'directories' in search tools?
What is a characteristic of 'other web resources' in the context of search tools?
What is a characteristic of 'other web resources' in the context of search tools?
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Study Notes
Web Search Tools
- Web search tools include search engines, directories, meta-search engines, and other Web resources such as Web bibliographies.
- Search engines use a search expression or query that you type in to find pages on the Web.
- Search engines receive a Web page submission and send out a web robot/bot/spider to visit the submitted URL and collect data about the site.
- A sponsored link is a paid placement that appears in a search engine’s results page at or near the top of the results.
- A banner ad appears in a box on a Web page, usually at the top but sometimes along the side or the bottom of the page.
- A meta tag's specific purpose is to inform Web robots about the content of a Web page.
- Page ranking is a way of grading Web pages by the number of other Web pages that link to them.
- A web directory is a listing of hyperlinks to Web pages that is organized into hierarchical categories.
- The combination of search engine and web directory is sometimes called a hybrid search engine directory.
- A metasearch engine is a tool that combines the power of multiple search engines.
- A specific question is a question that is phrased easily and in which the answer will be recognized when found.
- An exploratory question is a type of question in which it is difficult to determine when you find a good answer.
- A blind alley is a direction you find yourself heading in while performing a search on a specific question that you realize is incorrect.
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