WorksheetsChapter 2 Assignment
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 11hrs 3mins
The Web is an enormous network of linked computers all over the world.
False
True
A major problem with broadband connections is that they generally are slow.
False
True
ISPs provide a connection to the Internet along with other services.
True
False
Every computer that is connected to the Internet is assigned a unique IP address.
True
False
A browser is a software application that is capable of displaying Web pages on a computer screen.
True
False
An important purpose of a Web browser is to translate XHTML code into a graphical Web page.
True
False
A hyperlink can be a word or a phrase, but it cannot be a graphic.
False
True
The URL for a nonprofit agency is ".gov."
True
False
With streaming media, an audio or video file can start playing as soon as the computer starts to receive it.
True
False
When creating a personal Web site, it is okay to post personal information about others as long as you do not tell visitors anything about yourself.
False
True
There is only a single search engine on the Internet.
False
True
A Boolean search can provide a more specific way of searching the Web than a keyword search.
True
False
Listservs catalog individual Web pages to help you in locating the information you need.
False
True
A personal journal that uses video is called a vlog.
True
False
Microsoft Word is an example of shareware.
False
True
Which of these is NOT an example of an ISP?
Earthlink
Wi-Fi
AT&T
Time-Warner
Which type of Internet connection is a DSL line?
Wireless
Broadband
dial-up
all of these answers are correct.
What makes instant messaging especially useful?
It allows users to upload and download large files.
Users can post group messages which others can access and respond to at their convenience.
It allows graphical Web pages to be displayed on a computer screen.
It allows users to talk with one another in real time.
Which of these is NOT an example of an Internet protocol?
IP
FTP
OP
TCP
What is true concerning the home page of a Web site?
The address for a home page ends in index.html or default.html.
Visitors must always access a Web site's home page before going to any other pages.
Unlike other Web pages, a home page cannot contain any hyperlinks.
All of these answers are correct.
On what type of devices can Web browsers display Web pages?
Televisions
Cell phones
Laptops
All of these answers are correct
What protocol is used to interpret the hyperlinks on a Web page?
FTP
IP
HTTP
OP
A hyperlink on a sports Web site is shaped like a soccer ball. What type of hyperlink is this?
hypertext
hypermedia
streaming
plug-in
What is a plug-in?
software that works with a browser to play a particular file format.
a type of browser specifically designed for streaming media.
a type of hyperlink that allows you to quickly access video.
software that is specifically designed to access FTP sites
In this URL, what is the domain name? http:www.fieldmuseum.org/CalendarSystem/Event_home.asp
www
fieldmuseum
org
CalendarSystem
In this URL, what is the directory path of the file that is being retrieved? http:www.fieldmuseum.org/CalendarSystem/Event_home.asp
www
fieldmuseum
org
CalendarSystem
What would the domain name extension for a university most likely be?
.org
.com
.edu
.mil
You are starting a small business to sell scarves that you design yourself. What would an appropriate domain name extension for your Web site's address?
.com
.org
.edu
.mil
A Web site contains various services, including general news, business information, stock prices, and links to entertainment information. What type of site is this?
social networking site
educational site
portal site
commercial site
Which search is likely to return the greatest number of hits?
dog
dog OR puppy
dog AND puppy
dog NOT puppy
Max has an online journal where he talks about his daily activities, sports teams in which he is interested, and so forth. What is this journal called?
IM
blog
social networking site
chat room
What is a social networking site?
A site that allows you to upload and download very large files.
A site that allows you to attach multimedia files to your e-mails.
A site that allows you to post articles on a specific topic for other members to read.
A site that allows members to share information about themselves and interact with one another.
What is the purpose of an AUP?
to regulate the way in which individuals use online resources.
to allow a Web browser to display graphical pages.
to indicate the purpose and site of a particular Web site.
to control the way in which freeware is used.
Which of these is included in intellectual property?
Music
Inventions
Software
All of these answers are correct.
The copyright on a piece of music has expired. What statement is now true?
The music becomes public domain.
The music is still subject to copyright laws.
The fair use doctrine must be followed when playing the music.
The music becomes shareware.
A business that allows you to access the Internet through its network is an Internet ________ provider.
service
Wi-Fi
Convenience
The correct answer is not shown.
When you use high-frequency radio waves, rather than cables or cords, to connect your computer to the Internet, you are using ________.
Wi-Fi
An ISP
A sonar
The correct answer is not shown.
The three main factors to consider when deciding how to connect to the Internet are...
Cost
Speed
Convenience
Router capacity
Location of your home
An FTP site allows users to share _______ files via the site.
Large
Small
Regular Size
The rules and procedures that allows computers to "talk" to each other are called ________.
Protocols
Hyperlinks
Search engines
________ allow you to jump directly from one Web page to another.
Hyperlinks
Search engines
Boolean
Social networks
Popular ________ include Yahoo and Google.
Search engines
Diesel engines
Gas engines
No engines
Paut engines
What are the three Boolean operators listed?
And
Or
Not
Space
Plus
What are examples of social networking sites?
MySpace
Espn.com
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When using the Internet, you should follow Netiquette, or the general rules for appropriate online behavior.
True
False
