Understanding the Internet

This video provides a high-level overview of the internet, emphasizing its role in making information accessible globally. It explains the internet's structure as a network of networks, relying on protocols for communication. The video highlights the growth of internet usage from 2005 to 2017, noting disparities between developed and developing regions. It also discusses the vast amount of data exchanged online and the internet's significant impact on society. The module encourages further exploration of networking and internet details.

What is the main focus of this video module?

• Data Science

• Networks and their security

• Programming languages

• Artificial Intelligence

What is the core philosophy of the internet?

• To facilitate online shopping

• To provide entertainment

• To restrict information to a select group of people

• To make information and knowledge open and accessible to all

What is a protocol in the context of the internet?

• A type of computer

• A widely agreed-upon set of rules for communication

• A programming language

• A type of network

Why is the internet able to function as a global network?

• Because it uses proprietary software

• Because it is built on open and agreed-upon protocols

• Because it is controlled by a single organization

• Because it is only available in developed countries

What percentage of the world was online in 2005?

• 40%

• 51%

• 8%

• 16%

By 2017, what percentage of the developed world was online?

• 51%

• 16%

• Over 80%

• 40%

How many Google searches are made every second?

• 74,000

• 8,000

• 2.7 million

• 67,000

What is the approximate amount of internet traffic every second?

• 8,000 gigabytes

• 54,000 gigabytes

• 67,000 gigabytes

• 2.7 million gigabytes

What is one of the main reasons for the massive data flow on the internet?

• Large and small networks that are part of the internet

• Proprietary software

• Single organization control

• Limited access in developing countries

What is the focus of the remaining videos and lessons in this module?

• Programming languages

• Artificial Intelligence

• Data Science

• Details about networking and internet security