Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - UGC

What does UGC stand for?

• Unique Global Collaboration

• Underground Content Generation

• Universal Gaming Corporation

• User Generated Content

What was the main characteristic of static websites in the early years of the Web?

• Dynamic content generated from a database

• Real-time updates

• Fixed content that did not change

• Interactive user interface

Which type of website allows users to discuss topics by posting comments online?

• Social networking website

• Wiki

• Web forum

• Blog

What is the main function of a wiki website?

• Create personal profiles for users

• Share information with other users

• Allow users to directly add and edit website content

• Post comments about articles

Which website contains information written and submitted by thousands of authors around the world?

• Wikipedia

• Facebook

• LinkedIn

• Twitter

What do social networking websites like Facebook and LinkedIn allow users to do?

• Create personal profiles and share information

• Discuss topics by posting comments

• Add and edit website content directly

• Post feedback below news stories

What type of websites contain both original content and user generated content?

• Blogs

• Wikis

• Web forums

• News websites

What is the main benefit of UGC on the Web?

• It limits user participation

• It increases website security

• It reduces the need for webmasters

• It makes the Web a more interactive medium

What do blogs often include to allow visitors to interact with the author's articles?

• A forum for discussions

• A database for generating content

• A platform for sharing content

• A section for posting comments

Which type of websites typically allow visitors to post their feedback below news stories?

• Blogs

• Social networking websites

• Wikis

• News websites