Internet Network Basics

What is the Internet?

• A collection of physical cables

• A specific website

• A global network of interconnected computers

• A type of computer software

How does data travel in a network?

• Data travels in a network through interpretive dance.

• Data travels in a network through carrier pigeons.

• Data travels in a network through packets.

• Data travels in a network through telepathy.

What is an IP address and why is it important?

• An IP address is only relevant for offline communication

• An IP address is primarily used for identifying colors on a screen

• An IP address is important because it allows devices to communicate with each other over the internet by identifying the source and destination of data packets.

• An IP address is used for physical mailing addresses

Can you name a popular web browser?

• Safari

• Google Chrome

• Mozilla Firefox

• Internet Explorer

What are the different types of networks?

• SAN

• LAN, WAN, WLAN

• PAN

• MAN

Explain the concept of the World Wide Web.

• The World Wide Web is a physical network of cables connecting computers globally.

• The World Wide Web is a type of software used for video conferencing.

• The World Wide Web is a term used to describe a specific type of spider found in tropical regions.

• The World Wide Web is a system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via the Internet.

What is the role of a router in a network?

• A router encrypts all data passing through the network.

• A router is used to store large amounts of data in a network.

• A router is responsible for managing user accounts in a network.

• A router forwards data packets between computer networks.

How do devices connect to the Internet?

• Through Bluetooth

• By sending smoke signals

• Through network protocols such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or cellular data

• Via carrier pigeon

What is the difference between LAN and WAN?

• LAN and WAN are interchangeable terms for the same type of network.

• LAN has slower internet speeds compared to WAN.

• LAN is for local connections, while WAN is for wide-reaching connections.

• LAN is only used for personal devices, while WAN is for business networks.

Why is cybersecurity important when using the Internet?

• To protect personal information, prevent unauthorized access, and safeguard against cyber threats.

• To encourage unauthorized access

• To ignore cyber threats

• To share personal information freely