The internet & WWW

Match

Match these keywords to their meanings:

• Protocol

• IP Address

• Router

A set of rules governing the exchange of data between devices

A unique identifier for a device on a network

A device that forwards data packets between computer networks

• A set of rules governing the exchange of data between devices

• A unique identifier for a device on a network

• A device that forwards data packets between computer networks

Multiple Choice

What does the term WWW Stand for?

• Wide Web World
• World Wide Web
• Web World Wide
• World Wide Webbing

Multiple Choice

What is the World Wide Web?

• The World Wide Web is a system/ service that runs on the internet.

• A social media platform
• A type of computer hardware
• A collection of online games

Multiple Choice

What is the Internet?

• A social media platform for sharing photos.
• A type of computer hardware.
• The Internet is a global network of interconnected computers.
• A software application for editing videos.

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What is the key difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW)?

• The Internet is the hardware infrastructure, while the WWW is a service that runs on it

• The WWW is the hardware infrastructure, while the Internet is a service that runs on it

• The Internet and the WWW are the same thing

• The WWW is responsible for routing network packets

Multiple Choice

True or False.

The Internet is the same as the World Wide Web.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

In a home network, which device is responsible for connecting to an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?

• Switch

• Web Server

• Router

• Wireless Access Point

Multiple Choice

What devices make up a LAN?

• Modems, printers, servers, firewalls
• Smartphones, tablets, televisions, projectors
• Cables, satellites, drones, cameras
• Computers, switches, routers, access points, network cables

Multiple Choice

Which of these is NOT a component of the Internet?

• Televisions

• Servers

• Network Switches

• A router

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• Covers large geographical areas

• Uses telephone lines, fibre optics, and satellites for communication

• Uses a single router to connect devices

• Connects multiple LANs together

Multiple Choice

Which of the following hardware components is NOT necessary for a LAN?

• Router

• Network Interface Card (NIC)

• Fibre Optic Cable

• Domain Name Server (DNS)

CLASS ACTIVITY

To Complete Task 1, on Class Notebook

• Read the instructions carefully before starting.

• Complete the task independently and in silence.

• Check your work before submitting.

• Do not disturb others—raise your hand if you need help.

Multiple Choice

What is a "GET" Request in Network?

• A 'GET' request is used to update data on a server.
• A 'GET' request is used to delete data from a server.
• A 'GET' request is used to retrieve data from a server.
• A 'GET' request is used to send data to a server.

Multiple Choice

What does as DNS Stand for?

• Data Network System
• Dynamic Name System
• Domain Name Server

• Domain Name Service

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What does ISP Stand for in Network?

• Internet Security Protocol
• Internal Service Provider
• International Service Provider
• Internet Service Provider

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What is the role of a web server in a client-server model?

• To send HTTP requests to clients

• To store and serve web pages upon client requests

• To assign IP addresses to devices

• To translate URLs into IP addresses

Multiple Choice

Which of these best describes the function of a Domain Name System (DNS)?

• Encrypts website data for security

• Translates human-readable URLs into IP addresses

• Hosts websites for online users

• Assigns MAC addresses to devices in a LAN

Multiple Choice

What is cloud computing?

• Storing data on a local hard drive

• Storing and accessing data and applications over the internet

• Using a wired connection to access the internet

• A service that only large businesses can use

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of cloud storage?

• Access data from anywhere

• Large storage capacity

• Automatic backup

• Requires no internet connection

Open Ended

State 2 Advantages of Cloud Computing

Open Ended

State 2 disadvantages of Cloud Computing

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common risk of cloud computing?

• Data security concerns

• Requires no internet access

• Cannot store large files

• Limited user accessibility

CLASS ACTIVITY

To Complete Task 2, on Class Notebook

• Read the instructions carefully before starting.

• Complete the task independently and in silence.

• Check your work before submitting.

• Do not disturb others—raise your hand if you need help.

Multiple Choice

What does the acronym URL stand for?

• Universal Resource Link
• Uniform Resource List
• Uniform Resource Locator
• Unique Resource Locator

Multiple Choice

What is Hosting in Network?

• Hosting is storing and managing websites, applications, or services on dedicated servers

• Hosting is the process of creating software applications.
• Hosting refers to the physical location of a server.
• Hosting is a type of internet security.

Open Ended

In your own words, briefly explain the role of Hosting, in a network?

Multiple Choice

What does the Domain Name System (DNS) do?

• Converts IP addresses into human-readable domain names

• Converts human-readable domain names into IP addresses

• Hosts websites for client requests

• Encrypts data during transmission

Multiple Choice

What happens when you enter a URL in a web browser?

• The browser directly retrieves the webpage from the local computer

• The browser searches a DNS server to resolve the URL into an IP address

• The browser sends an email to the web server requesting the page

• The browser automatically loads a cached version of the webpage

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Which factor affects network performance?

• Bandwidth

• Number of connected devices

• Network latency

• All of the above

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What does bandwidth measure?

• The physical size of a network

• The amount of data that can be transmitted per second

• The speed at which data is transmitted

• The distance between network devices

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What is the primary reason organisations use a client-server network instead of a peer-to-peer network?

• It is cheaper to set up

• It provides better security and centralised management

• It requires no additional hardware

• It allows users to access data without a network