Web Search Tools Overview

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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?

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?

Opera

Mozilla Firefox

Safari Web Browser (correct)

Internet Explorer

What does a wildcard character allow you to do?

Omit part of a search term Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the combination of a search engine and a directory?

Hybrid search engine directory Signup and view all the answers

What are paid placement links in search engine results typically labeled as?

Sponsored links Signup and view all the answers

Which browser includes RSS Headlines, Chat Extension and Spam/Malware Filter?

Mozilla Firefox Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Toolbar in a web browser?

Locate navigation buttons like back and refresh Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding how internet browsers communicate with web servers?

They communicate through HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol). Signup and view all the answers

Is it true that HTML provides the basic structure of websites, which is then enhanced by CSS and JavaScript?

True Signup and view all the answers

Which features are associated with Google Chrome?

Private Browsing and Fast Startup Signup and view all the answers

What does CSS stand for?

Cascading Style Sheets Signup and view all the answers

Who developed Boolean algebra, which is foundational in logic and computer science?

George Boole Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a function of modern web browsers?

Playing high-end video games Signup and view all the answers

In web browsers, which feature allows users to add functionality and personalize their experience?

Extensions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following browsers is widely recognized for its extensive add-ons and customization options?

Google Chrome Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following browsers is known for its features like Anti Spyware and Pop up Blocker?

Opera Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for a program that automatically searches the web to find new sites and update information about old sites?

Web robot Signup and view all the answers

Which operator is NOT recognized by most search engines for Boolean searches?

EXCLUDE Signup and view all the answers

A web page that is indexed in the search engine’s database and contains text matching your search expression is referred to as what?

Hit Signup and view all the answers

Which browser is associated with features like Faster, Secure, and Reliable performance?

Slimjet Browser Signup and view all the answers

What type of advertisement typically appears in a box on a web page, especially at the top or sides?

Banner ad Signup and view all the answers

Which browser includes integrated search engine capabilities with dynamic HTML support?

Netscape Browser Signup and view all the answers

In web search terminology, which of the following terms refers to features like Social Sharing and Youtube Downloader?

Maxthon Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a situation where a search leads you in the wrong direction?

Blind alley Signup and view all the answers

Which component is essential in a basic search page for entering a search expression?

Textbox Signup and view all the answers

What type of ad appears at or near the top of search engine results pages and requires payment?

Sponsored link Signup and view all the answers

What function do web robots or bots perform when they visit submitted URLs?

Collect data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms refers to a graded system of web pages based on linking?

Page ranking Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a meta tag on a web page?

Inform web robots about content Signup and view all the answers

Which type of search tool combines features of search engines and web directories?

Hybrid search engine directory Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'query' in the context of search engines?

A word or phrase entered for search Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the four broad categories of search tools?

HTML Signup and view all the answers

Which browser is known for quick browsing, quick page sharing, and supports multiple apps?

UC Browser Signup and view all the answers

What component at the top of your browser window shows the URL or site address?

Address bar Signup and view all the answers

An 'eb directory' is best defined as?

A listing of hyperlinks organized by categories Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common feature of search engines?

Indexing websites Signup and view all the answers

In web browsing terminology, what is typically meant by 'meta-search engines'?

Search engines that compile results from other search engines Signup and view all the answers

Which option does NOT describe a function of 'directories' in search tools?

Providing real-time search results Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of 'other web resources' in the context of search tools?

They can include specialized web bibliographies Signup and view all the answers

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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Description

This quiz covers various web search tools, including search engines, web directories, and meta-search engines. Understand how these tools function, including concepts like page ranking and sponsored links. Test your knowledge on how web robots collect data and what meta tags do for web pages.