WJEC ICT - Chapter 2 - The Internet: Wires, Cables & Wifi

What is the primary purpose of the internet?

• To connect computers and allow them to communicate

• To play online games

• To watch videos

• To store personal data

What was the original design purpose of the internet?

• Educational purposes

• Military purposes

• Commercial purposes

• Social networking

How are the independent networks that make up the internet connected?

• Through a single central server

• By interconnecting with each other

• Using satellite connections

• Via Bluetooth

Who is in charge of the internet?

• The United Nations

• Google

• No one person or organization

• The U.S. Government

What physical components are essential for the internet to function?

• Satellites and modems

• Wires, cables, and routers

• Bluetooth devices

• Infrared sensors

What is the role of ISPs (Internet Service Providers)?

• To create websites

• To provide internet access to users

• To manufacture computers

• To regulate internet content

What technology allows wireless internet access?

• Ethernet

• Fiber optics

• Wi-Fi

• DSL

What is a data packet?

• A large file

• A small chunk of data

• A type of virus

• A user profile

How does data travel across the internet?

• In a straight line from sender to receiver

• Through a series of interconnected networks

• Via a single central hub

• Using only wireless signals

What protocol is primarily used for transferring web pages on the internet?

• FTP

• HTTP

• SMTP

• SNMP