Lesson 1: Internet History in the Philippines

Who was responsible for establishing the first internet connection in the Philippines?

• Benjie Tan

• Michael Hart

• Ray Tomlinson

• Mark Zuckerberg

In what year was the Philippines first connected to the Internet?

• 1992

• 1994

• 1996

• 1998

What was the initial internet speed when the Philippines was first connected?

• 32 kbit/s

• 64 kbit/s

• 128 kbit/s

• 512 kbit/s

Which telecommunications company was involved in establishing the first internet connection in the Philippines?

• Converge

• Globe

• PLDT

• Smart

Which government agency in the Philippines handles internet policies and regulations?

• DFA

• DILG

• NBI

• NTC

What is the main function of the Internet?

• Printing books

• Storing physical documents

• Replacing television networks

• Connecting people and sharing information

How did the introduction of the Internet change communication in the Philippines?

• It made communication slower.

• It reduced the importance of education

• It removed the need for newspapers.

• It allowed instant global communication.

Why is it important to understand the history of the Internet in the Philippines?

• To know which social media sites are the most popular

• To appreciate the progress of digital connectivity

• To memorize all internet speeds in history

• To compare it with other countries

Based on the growing internet usage trends, what can we expect in the coming years?

• Fewer people using social media

• Decreased reliance on digital tools

• Increased reliance on traditional mail

• More businesses shifting to online platforms

What would happen if internet connectivity in the Philippines suddenly stopped?

• Businesses and schools would not be affected.

• People would rely more on online transactions.

• Social media platforms would become more popular.

• Productivity and communication would be disrupted