WorksheetsThe Internet
Total questions: 98
Worksheet time: 49mins
What is the Internet?
A single computer network
A worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals
A type of software
A local area network
Name one use of the Internet as shown in the diagram.
access information
send or post messages
paint a wall
videoconference or video call
plant a tree
When did the Internet originate as ARPANET?
September 1969
January 1975
March 1980
July 1995
What was one of the main goals of the Internet's origin?
To allow scientists at different physical locations to share information and work together
To create social media platforms
To sell products online
To play online games
Fill in the blank: One of the main goals of the Internet was to function even if part of the network were ______ or destroyed by a disaster.
disabled
expanded
upgraded
connected
In what year did ARPANET become functional?
1969
1984
2000
Today
By 1984, ARPANET had more than how many individual computers linked as hosts?
100
500
1,000
10,000
Fill in the blank: Today, millions of ______ connect to the Internet.
hosts
cars
books
trees
What is required for a computer or device to connect to the Internet using a wired connection?
Wireless modem
Cable or wire to a communications device
Bluetooth
Infrared
How can computers without a communications device connect to the Internet?
Using a wireless modem or other communications device that enables wireless connectivity
Using only a cable
They cannot connect
Using a printer
Fill in the blank: With wired connections, a computer or device physically attaches via a _______ to a communications device.
cable or wire
wireless signal
infrared beam
Bluetooth connection
What device connects to the computer using a cable?
Wireless modem
Modem
Router
Printer
Refer to the diagram 'Connecting to the Internet.' The wireless modem is inserted into the computer's ______ port.
USB
HDMI
Ethernet
VGA
Refer to the diagram 'Connecting to the Internet.' Which of the following is NOT shown as a way to connect to the Internet in the diagram?
Modem with cable
Wireless modem
Satellite dish
None of the above
Refer to the diagram 'Connecting to the Internet.' Identify the two ways shown to connect a computer to the Internet.
Using a wired connection and a wireless connection
Using Bluetooth and infrared connection
Using satellite and Bluetooth connection
Using only a wireless hotspot
Which of the following is a type of wired internet connection?
Wi-Fi
Cable Internet service
Mobile broadband
Satellite Internet Service
Which of the following is a type of wired internet connection?
DSL (digital subscriber line)
Fixed wireless
Wi-Fi
Satellite Internet Service
Which of the following is a type of wired internet connection?
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
Mobile broadband
Wi-Fi
Fixed wireless
Which of the following is a type of wireless internet connection?
Cable Internet service
Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity)
DSL (digital subscriber line)
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
Which of the following is a type of wireless internet connection?
Mobile broadband
Cable Internet service
DSL (digital subscriber line)
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
Which of the following is a type of wireless internet connection?
Fixed wireless
Cable Internet service
DSL (digital subscriber line)
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
Which of the following is a type of wireless internet connection?
Satellite Internet Service
Cable Internet service
DSL (digital subscriber line)
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
What is a hot spot?
A device that stores files
A wireless network that provides Internet connections to mobile computers and devices
A type of computer virus
A type of mobile phone
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a wireless network that provides Internet connections to mobile computers and devices.
hot spot
router
modem
switch
Refer to the diagram. Which of the following devices can act as a mobile hot spot?
Communications device
Tethered smartphone
Both A and B
None of the above
What is an Internet service provider (ISP)? Fill in the blank: An Internet service provider (ISP) is _______.
a business that provides individuals and organizations access to the Internet free or for a fee.
a type of computer used to store websites.
a software program for browsing the Internet.
a device that connects printers to computers.
What does bandwidth represent? Fill in the blank: Bandwidth represents the amount of ______ that travels over a network.
data
light
sound
energy
What does MB stand for?
Megabyte
Megabit
Microbyte
Macrobyte
What does GB stand for?
Gigabyte
Gigabit
Gammabyte
Geobyte
What do you send to request access to the Internet? Fill in the blank: You send a ______ to the Internet.
request
gift
message
signal
What device transfers the computer’s digital signals to the cable television line in your house?
cable modem
router
network switch
DSL modem
Your request (digital signals) travels through cable television lines to a central cable system, which is shared by up to how many homes in a neighborhood?
50
100
500
1000
Step 4: The central cable system sends your request over high-speed fiber-optic lines to the cable operator, who often also is the ______. Fill in the blank.
ISP
Router
Modem
Firewall
The ISP is responsible for routing your request to the destination server.
True
False
What does the server do after retrieving the requested webpage? Fill in the blank: The server retrieves the requested webpage and sends it back through the ______ to your computer.
Internet backbone
telephone line
power grid
satellite dish
What is an IP address? Fill in the blank: An IP address is a sequence of ________ that uniquely identifies each computer or device connected to the Internet.
numbers
letters
colors
shapes
What is a domain name? Fill in the blank: A domain name is a ________-based name that corresponds to the IP address.
text
number
color
image
What does a DNS server do? Fill in the blank: A DNS server translates the ________ into its associated IP address.
domain name
email address
MAC address
subnet mask
What is the intended purpose of the TLD .com?
Commercial organizations, businesses, and companies.
Educational institutions and universities.
Government agencies and departments.
Non-profit organizations and charities.
What is the intended purpose of the TLD .edu?
Educational institutions.
Commercial businesses.
Government agencies.
Non-profit organizations.
What is the intended purpose of the TLD .gov?
Government agencies.
Commercial businesses.
Educational institutions.
Non-profit organizations.
What is the intended purpose of the TLD .mil?
Military organizations.
Medical institutions.
Music industry websites.
Municipal government portals.
What is the intended purpose of the TLD .net?
Network providers or commercial companies.
Educational institutions.
Government organizations.
Non-profit organizations.
What is the intended purpose of the TLD .org?
Nonprofit organizations.
Commercial businesses.
Government agencies.
Educational institutions.
Step 1: Run the browser and enter the web address in the browser’s address bar. What does the web address contain?
IP address
Domain name
Server name
Password
The browser communicates with a DNS server maintained by your ISP or another provider. What is the main function of the DNS server in this process?
To store web pages
To look up the domain name and find its associated IP address
To block unwanted websites
To display search results
The web server fulfills the user’s request by sending the desired content to the user’s browser, which formats the page for display on the screen.
True
False
Fill in the blank: The DNS server looks up the domain name portion of the web address, finds its associated ________, and then sends it to your computer or mobile device.
IP address
MAC address
Subnet mask
Gateway
Fill in the blank: The ________ (WWW), or web, consists of a worldwide collection of electronic documents (webpages).
World Wide Web
Wide Web World
Web World Wide
World Web Wide
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a collection of related webpages and associated items.
website
folder
browser
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a computer that delivers requested webpages to your computer.
web server
database server
file client
router
What does Web 2.0 refer to?
A) A type of web browser
B) Websites that provide a means for users to share personal information, allow users to modify website content, and provide applications through a browser
C) The first version of the internet
D) A programming language
What is a browser?
A device that connects to the Internet
An application that enables users with an Internet connection to access and view webpages on a computer or mobile device
The first page that a website displays
A type of search engine
What is a home page?
The last page of a website
The first page that a website displays
A type of browser
A search engine
Current browsers typically support ________ browsing.
tabbed
private
incognito
single-window
What is a unique address for a webpage called?
Web address or URL
Email address
Home page
Search engine
Fill in the blank: A webpage has a unique address, called a ________ or URL.
web address
web browser
web server
web page
In the URL 'http://www.nps.gov/history/places.htm', what does 'www.nps.gov' represent?
Protocol
Host name
Domain name
Path
What is the function of the address bar in a web browser?
To display advertisements
To enter a web address or URL
To play videos
To download files
Fill in the blank: The ________ button in a web browser is used to start a search after entering a query.
search
refresh
home
back
What is a web app?
An application stored on a web server that you access through a browser
A program installed on your computer
A type of hardware device
A type of operating system
Web app hosts usually provide storage for users’ data and information on their servers, known as _________.
cloud storage
RAM
cache memory
local disk
Which of the following devices can access a web app, as shown in the diagram?
Smart TV
Tablet
Smartphone
Laptop
All of the above
Fill in the blank: A web ________ is software that finds websites, webpages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information related to a specific topic.
search engine
browser
server
database
Which type of website classifies webpages in an organized set of categories, such as sports or shopping, and related subcategories?
Search engine
Subject directory
Social media
Blog
What does the search operator 'Space or +' do?
Exclude a word from search results
Display search results that include specific words
Search for an exact phrase
Substitute characters in place of the asterisk
Which search operator displays results that include only one word from a list?
A) OR
B) " "
C) -
D) *
What is the function of parentheses ( ) in search engine operators?
Exclude a word from search results
Combine search results that include specific words with those that include only one word from a list
Substitute characters in place of the asterisk
Search for an exact phrase
Which operator is used to exclude a word from search results?
" "
-
*
OR
What does using quotation marks " " in a search do?
Substitute characters in place of the asterisk
Search for an exact phrase in a certain order
Exclude a word from search results
Display search results that include specific words
What is the purpose of the asterisk (*) in search engine operators?
Exclude a word from search results
Substitute characters in place of the asterisk
Search for an exact phrase
Display results that include only one word from a list
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a type of website that helps users find information on the internet.
Search engine
Social network
Online store
Blog
Fill in the blank: An ________ is a type of website where people connect and interact with each other online.
Online social network
Online shopping cart
Online encyclopedia
Online calculator
Fill in the blank: A website that provides facts and data for learning is called an ________ website.
Informational and research
Entertainment
E-commerce
Social networking
Fill in the blank: A ________ website allows users to upload and share photos, videos, and other media.
Media sharing
E-commerce
News
Educational
Fill in the blank: A ________ website helps users save and organize links to their favorite web pages.
Bookmarking
Shopping
News
Gaming
Fill in the blank: Websites that provide updates on current events, sports, and other topics are called ________.
News, weather, sports, and other mass media
Online shopping sites
Social networking sites
Educational portals
Fill in the blank: ______ is a type of website that focuses on providing learning resources and information.
Educational
Entertainment
E-commerce
Social networking
Fill in the blank: ______ websites are used by companies, government agencies, and organizations to provide information and services.
Business, governmental, and organizational
Personal and entertainment
Social media and gaming
E-commerce and shopping
Fill in the blank: ______ are websites where individuals or groups regularly post content, often in a conversational style.
Blogs
Wikis
Search engines
E-commerce sites
Fill in the blank: ______ and collaboration websites allow multiple users to contribute and edit content collectively.
Wiki
Blog
E-commerce
Streaming
Fill in the blank: ______ websites provide information and resources related to physical and mental well-being.
Health and fitness
Cooking
Travel
Fashion
Fill in the blank: ______ websites focus on topics related to scientific research and discoveries.
Science
Cooking
Travel
Fashion
One type of website is __________.
Entertainment
Banana
Carpet
Mountain
Fill in the blank: One type of website is __________.
Banking and finance
Banana and apple
Table and chair
Car and bicycle
Fill in the blank: One type of website is __________.
Travel and tourism
Banana peel
Plastic bottle
Car engine
Fill in the blank: One type of website is __________.
Mapping
Banana
Running
Sleeping
Fill in the blank: One type of website is __________.
Retail and auctions
Blue and green
Fast and slow
Tall and short
Which of the following is a type of website?
Careers and employment
Social media
Weather forecast
None of the above
Which of the following is a type of website?
E-commerce
Library catalog
Weather forecast
None of the above
Which of the following is a type of website?
Portals
Social media
Weather forecast
None of the above
Which of the following is a type of website?
Content aggregation
Library catalog
Weather forecast
None of the above
Which of the following is a type of website?
Website creation and management
Social media
Weather forecast
None of the above
What is web publishing?
The creation and maintenance of websites
The design of books
The creation of magazines
The maintenance of computers
Fill in the blank: The first step in web publishing is to _________.
Plan the website
Upload images
Write HTML code
Register a domain
Fill in the blank: After planning the website, the next step in web publishing is to _________.
Design the website
Launch the website
Write the website content
Promote the website
Fill in the blank: The step that comes after designing the website in web publishing is to _________.
Create the website
Delete the website
Ignore the website
Close the website
Fill in the blank: Before maintaining the website, you need to _________.
Host the website
Design the logo
Write a blog post
Update the contact form
