Exploring the Internet – Flashcards

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Global collection of computers used by companies, governments, schools, and individuals

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Internet

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Internet Backbone

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High speed cables that connect computer systems located around the world

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What is the term for devices that connect to a network – such as TVs, phones, refrigerators, thermostats, etc.?

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Internet of Things

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What is the term for high-capacity, high-performance computers that power the web?

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Web Servers

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What is the term for a company that provides internet service by connecting to the internet backbone?

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Internet Service Provider

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Network

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Two or more computers linked together to share information

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Home page

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Main page that is the first document users usually see when they access a website

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World Wide Web

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Provides access to information stored on web servers

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What is the term for a computer that stores resources and files for websites?

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Server

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Web pages

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Linked files that can contain text, graphics, audio, and video