Decentralized Web and Internet Concerns

Decentralized Web and Internet Concerns

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers, Social Studies, Business

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video discusses the creation of a decentralized web to counteract the centralization of the internet, which poses risks like censorship and surveillance. It highlights the problems with current internet gatekeepers and the move to cloud services, which increase control by large corporations. The decentralized web offers a solution by removing central points and empowering users. Challenges include legal threats like Article 13, which could impose restrictive regulations. The creator's motivations include ensuring internet freedom and democracy, despite facing opposition from entities like the Great Firewall of China.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern about the current internet structure according to the speaker?

It is too expensive.

It relies heavily on gatekeepers.

It is too decentralized.

It is too fast.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the move to cloud services make sense for developers?

It is faster.

It is more secure.

It is easier and cheaper.

It offers more customization.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the decentralized web ensure the security of hosted content?

Through private servers.

By using public-key cryptography.

By limiting access to certain users.

Through government regulation.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential downside of Article 13 as discussed by the speaker?

It may reduce the number of websites.

It could result in overregulation and censorship.

It might cause more data breaches.

It could lead to increased internet speed.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivates the speaker to work on a decentralized web?

To earn more money.

To gain fame.

To create a meaningful impact.

To reduce internet speed.