Internet Basics

The core functionality of the Internet is to send information from one computer to another.

• True

• False

HOW computers find each other. It is very similar to how the post office does it.

• Addressing

• Mailing

• Advertising

• Cacheing

Devices do not have their own unique IP address.

• True

• False

IP Addresses must follow a standard, agreed upon format.

• True

• False

A protocol that defines the layout of an Internet address.

• Internet Protocol

• Intellectual Property

• Internet Provider

• Information Processing

IP stands for __________.

• Internet Protocol

• Identification Protocol

• Internet Address

• Internet Person

Which of the following statements are true about a redundant network? Check all that apply.

• If one path is blocked there is always another possible path.

• Not all of the lines and routers are necessary.

• If one router breaks down, all computers on the network cannot communicate.

• There are more than enough lines and routers.

Select all of the true statements about routers.

• Routers move IP messages one step at a time towards their destination.

• Routers have IP addresses.

• In a mesh network, if one router breaks down, messages can be sent through a different router.

Which of the following is an example of an IP address?

• 192.45.134.3

• www.google.com

• [e-mail]

• 555 W. Main Street

Why was the Internet invented?

• To allow communication in the event of a nuclear war.

• To make money for Bill Gates.

• As a way to stream music and play games.

• To host social media sites.