5.1 The Internet and the World Wide Web Cambridge IGCSE 0478

What is the main difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web?

• The Internet is the global network infrastructure, while the World Wide Web consists of web pages accessed via the Internet.

• The World Wide Web is the physical hardware that connects computers globally.

• The Internet is only used for browsing web pages.

• The Internet and the World Wide Web are the same thing.

What is the role of the Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?

• It provides a text-based address for accessing a web page or file on the Internet.

• It converts a domain name into an IP address.

• It encrypts data for secure communication over the Internet.

• It is a storage location for web pages.

What is the primary purpose of HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)?

• It transfers data between a web browser and a web server.

• It encrypts data to ensure secure communication.

• It converts domain names into IP addresses.

• It is used for storing cookies on a user’s device.

What is the main advantage of HTTPS over HTTP?

• HTTPS encrypts data for secure transmission.

• HTTPS loads web pages faster.

• HTTPS does not require an internet connection.

• HTTPS reduces the cost of web hosting.

Which of the following is not a function of a web browser?

• Assigning IP addresses to devices.

• Rendering and displaying web pages.

• Storing bookmarks and browsing history.

• Managing cookies.

Which of the following steps occurs first when a web page is requested?

• The web browser sends a request to a web server.

• The web server retrieves the requested HTML file.

• The Domain Name Server (DNS) translates the URL into an IP address.

• The browser renders and displays the web page.

What is the purpose of a Domain Name Server (DNS)?

• It translates domain names into IP addresses.

• It secures web pages using encryption.

• It stores cookies and user preferences.

• It acts as a web browser for accessing web pages.

Which of the following best describes session cookies?

• Temporary cookies that are deleted when the browser is closed.

• Cookies that store login details permanently.

• Cookies that are used only for online shopping.

• Cookies that track user behavior for targeted advertisements.

Which of the following is not a common use of cookies?

• Encrypting user passwords during transmission.

• Storing login details for easier access.

• Tracking user activity for personalized advertisements.

• Remembering items in an online shopping cart.

What happens when a web browser receives an HTML file from a web server?

• It renders and displays the content of the web page.

• It encrypts the HTML file before displaying it.

• It sends the file to a DNS for verification.