WorksheetsUsing the Internet as Source of Information
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 7mins
The Internet can be used by a business to....... (tick all that apply)
Research competitors' prices
Sell products to customers
Contact customers and suppliers
Gaining customer feedback and reviews
The software used to access the Internet is known as...
Intranet
Browser
Hyperlink
Search Engine
Each website has its own URL
True
False
You can use a (a) to find a website using keywords, if you are unsure of the URL.
What is the purpose of a hyperlink?
To find a website if you don't know the URL (web address)
To take the user from one part of a website to another
To record the website you use on the Internet
To allow you to use the Internet
The user can store the address of a website that they use frequently by using ......
Browser
Hyperlink
Bookmarks/Favourites
Search Favourites
Advantages of using the Internet as a source of information are ..... (tick all that apply)
Information is usually out of date
Information can be accessed and a time and location to suit the user
Information can be instantly available
There is a wide range of information available
Anyone can create and publish a website.
True
False
Poorly designed website indicate that the information will be reliable
True
False
When using a secure website, what should you see to show that it is secure? (tick all that apply)
http
https
Hyperlink
Padlock
URL
What are the possible consequences for an organisation if they use an unreliable source of information?
Information may be bias and lead to bad decision making
Sales could be lost if customers receive wrong information
Personal information may be at risk from hackers
