Understanding the Internet

Who were the key figures in inventing the internetworking protocol?

• Tim Berners-Lee and Marc Andreessen

• Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn

• Larry Page and Sergey Brin

• Bill Gates and Steve Jobs

What is the internet primarily described as?

• A single large network

• A network of networks

• A collection of websites

• A series of tubes

What is a protocol in the context of the internet?

• A type of computer

• A set of rules and standards

• A hardware device

• A programming language

What is the main benefit of the internet's design philosophy?

• It is highly secure

• It is cost-effective

• It allows for rapid technological changes

• It is easy to understand

What is an IP address similar to?

• A credit card number

• A phone number

• A driver's license number

• A social security number

What does an IP address allow a computer to do?

• Run applications

• Send and receive messages

• Connect to the internet

• Store data

What is the primary function of the internet protocol (IP)?

• To store information

• To secure data

• To manage traffic

• To assign addresses

How many bits long are traditional IPv4 addresses?

• 64 bits

• 32 bits

• 128 bits

• 16 bits

What is the main reason for transitioning to IPv6?

• More unique addresses

• Simpler configuration

• Faster speeds

• Better security

What does DNS stand for?

• Domain Name System

• Digital Network Service

• Data Navigation System

• Dynamic Name Server