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What is the Internet primarily described as?
What is the Internet primarily described as?
- A worldwide interconnection of computer networks (correct)
- A database for storing information
- A collection of local networks within a state
- A system primarily for government communications
Which of the following is NOT an application of the Internet?
Which of the following is NOT an application of the Internet?
- Sending and receiving electronic mail
- Browsing through information on any topic
- Communicating in real-time via chat
- Building hardware components (correct)
What can users do with emails through the Internet?
What can users do with emails through the Internet?
- Create virtual reality environments
- Make voice calls
- Exchange messages (correct)
- Download software exclusively
Which statement is true about the objectives of learning about the Internet?
Which statement is true about the objectives of learning about the Internet?
Which type of information can be searched using the Internet?
Which type of information can be searched using the Internet?
What is a key feature of the Internet's capability regarding file transfer?
What is a key feature of the Internet's capability regarding file transfer?
Which of the following best represents a real-time communication method provided by the Internet?
Which of the following best represents a real-time communication method provided by the Internet?
Which of the following services is associated with the Internet?
Which of the following services is associated with the Internet?
Which domain is specifically used for academic institutions?
Which domain is specifically used for academic institutions?
Which of the following is not a geographic domain?
Which of the following is not a geographic domain?
What is the primary function of a web browser?
What is the primary function of a web browser?
Which of the following international country codes represents the United States?
Which of the following international country codes represents the United States?
Which browser is NOT mentioned as one of the most popular?
Which browser is NOT mentioned as one of the most popular?
What do the first two characters of a geographic domain represent?
What do the first two characters of a geographic domain represent?
What does the 'gov' domain represent?
What does the 'gov' domain represent?
Which of the following accurately describes the function of a web browser when accessing a website?
Which of the following accurately describes the function of a web browser when accessing a website?
What is an essential feature of Windows XP when logging on to a computer?
What is an essential feature of Windows XP when logging on to a computer?
Which of the following is a well-known search engine?
Which of the following is a well-known search engine?
Which of the following operating systems is NOT under the Windows family mentioned?
Which of the following operating systems is NOT under the Windows family mentioned?
What is the primary use of a search engine?
What is the primary use of a search engine?
When using a graphical user interface (GUI), what does it primarily allow users to do?
When using a graphical user interface (GUI), what does it primarily allow users to do?
What does the host name in an email address refer to?
What does the host name in an email address refer to?
What must a user do after entering the password at the Windows XP login screen?
What must a user do after entering the password at the Windows XP login screen?
Which part of the domain name indicates the organization type or country of the host server?
Which part of the domain name indicates the organization type or country of the host server?
What is NOT a feature of Windows XP mentioned?
What is NOT a feature of Windows XP mentioned?
When setting up a new email account, which of the following must be provided?
When setting up a new email account, which of the following must be provided?
Which of the following features is associated with the Start Menu in Windows XP?
Which of the following features is associated with the Start Menu in Windows XP?
What should you do to send a carbon copy of an email to another recipient?
What should you do to send a carbon copy of an email to another recipient?
Which of the following statements is true about account names for email addresses?
Which of the following statements is true about account names for email addresses?
What is found in the header section of an email message?
What is found in the header section of an email message?
How should email IDs be separated when sending to multiple recipients?
How should email IDs be separated when sending to multiple recipients?
What is the first step in sending an email after logging into your mail provider?
What is the first step in sending an email after logging into your mail provider?
What action must be taken to move an item to another disk instead of copying it?
What action must be taken to move an item to another disk instead of copying it?
Which method is NOT valid for creating a new folder?
Which method is NOT valid for creating a new folder?
What happens when you delete a file or folder?
What happens when you delete a file or folder?
How can you permanently delete a file from the Recycle Bin?
How can you permanently delete a file from the Recycle Bin?
What is required to move a program to a new location?
What is required to move a program to a new location?
What is the first step to rename a file or folder?
What is the first step to rename a file or folder?
Which utility helps manage programs and components on the computer system?
Which utility helps manage programs and components on the computer system?
What indicates that a folder has been created successfully?
What indicates that a folder has been created successfully?
Flashcards
What is the Internet?
What is the Internet?
A global network connecting computer networks worldwide.
What is NOT an Internet application?
What is NOT an Internet application?
Creating physical computer components.
What can users do with emails?
What can users do with emails?
Users can send, receive, and exchange messages electronically.
Objectives of learning the Internet?
Objectives of learning the Internet?
Learning Internet terminologies increases familiarity and understanding.
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What information can be searched online?
What information can be searched online?
The Internet allows searching of government, individual, and organizational databases.
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File transfer capability?
File transfer capability?
The internet enables the transfer of files and software between computers.
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Real-time Internet communication?
Real-time Internet communication?
Real-time communication involves immediate interactions such as chatting.
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Services associated with the Internet?
Services associated with the Internet?
The internet allows email exchange and browsing information.
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Domain for academic institutions?
Domain for academic institutions?
The '.edu' domain is used for academic institutions.
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What is NOT a geographic domain?
What is NOT a geographic domain?
'.org' is not a geographic domain.
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Function of a web browser?
Function of a web browser?
A web browser accesses and displays web pages.
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Country code for the USA?
Country code for the USA?
The international country code '.us' represents the United States.
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Function of web browser?
Function of web browser?
Web browsers send requests to the internet server for data.
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Logging onto Windows XP
Logging onto Windows XP
Entering a password if the system is protected
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What is Google?
What is Google?
A well-known search engine to retrieve information from the internet
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Not a Windows OS?
Not a Windows OS?
macOS
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Use of a Search Engine?
Use of a Search Engine?
To find and retrieve information from the Internet.
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What does GUI allow users to do?
What does GUI allow users to do?
Users can use icons visible on a monitor to interact with the computer.
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Host name in the email Address?
Host name in the email Address?
The mail server location.
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After Entering Password?
After Entering Password?
Click on a key or hit the Enter key.
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Domain name part?
Domain name part?
The top-level domain (TLD).
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Start Menu in Windows XP?
Start Menu in Windows XP?
Displays available options to start using Windows.
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Carbon copy of an email?
Carbon copy of an email?
Enter the address in the 'Cc:' field.
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Account names for emails?
Account names for emails?
Account names can use letters and numbers.
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Email header section?
Email header section?
Displays the recipient's and sender's email addresses.
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Multiple email recipients?
Multiple email recipients?
Separate email IDs with commas.
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First step in sending email?
First step in sending email?
Click on the 'Compose' button.
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Move an Item?
Move an Item?
Press and hold down SHIFT while dragging.
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Created successful folder?
Created successful folder?
The folder appears with the name 'New Folder'.
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Operating System
- Graphical user interface (GUI) allows users to interact with the computer using icons and menus
- Windows is the most popular operating system, with versions including Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
- The Windows XP operating system is the focus of this text
Logging In
- Windows XP presents a log-in screen to start Windows or to log into a network
- To log in, enter the password if the system is password protected, then click on the ‘OK’ key or hit the ‘Enter’ key
XP Desktop Elements
- Start Menu: Allows users to access programs, documents, settings, and other features of the operating system
- Taskbar: Located at the bottom of the screen, it displays open programs, clock, and other system information
- Desktop: The main working area of the operating system, contains icons for shortcuts to programs, files, and folders
- My Computer: Provides access to folders, drives, and system information
- Recycle Bin: Holds deleted files and folders until permanently removed
File Management
- Drag and Drop: Allows users to move or copy files by dragging them to different locations on the desktop
- Create a new folder: Users can create new folders to organize files and documents
- Rename a file or folder: Rename any file or folder
- Delete a file or folder: Delete files and folders
- Retrieve a deleted file: Deleted files can be retrieved from the Recycle Bin
- Permanently delete a file: Files can be permanently removed from the system by dragging them to the Recycle Bin while holding down the SHIFT key
Install Software/Hardware
- Windows XP allows for easy installation of new software
- The ‘Add or Remove Programs’ utility in the Control Panel lets users manage installed programs and components on their computer
- Additional instructions for installing software and hardware may be found in the user manual
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