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Internet, World Wide Web
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  • 1. The Internet, aka the World Wide Web, is a global network of interconnected computers and devices that allows users to access and share information across the digital realm. It facilitates communication and collaboration on a global scale, enabling people to connect with each other, access a vast amount of resources, and conduct business transactions online. The Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate, work, shop, and entertain ourselves, creating a digital ecosystem that has become an integral part of modern life around the globe.

    What does HTTP stand for?
A) Home Terminal Transfer Protocol
B) Hypertext Transfer Protocol
C) Hyperlink Text Transfer Protocol
D) High Traffic Transfer Process
  • 2. Which protocol is used for sending email?
A) HTTP
B) TCP
C) FTP
D) SMTP
  • 3. What is the main function of a web browser?
A) To create documents
B) To play music
C) To access and display websites
D) To send emails
  • 4. What does URL stand for?
A) Underlying Resource Layer
B) Universal Reply Language
C) Uniform Resource Locator
D) User Registration Link
  • 5. Which protocol is used for secure online communication?
A) HTTPS
B) SMTP
C) FTP
D) HTTP
  • 6. What does HTML stand for?
A) Hyperlink Text Modeling Language
B) Home Terminal Management Layer
C) High Traffic Message Listing
D) Hypertext Markup Language
  • 7. What does ISP stand for?
A) Internal Service Proxy
B) Internet Search Protocol
C) Intranet Security Policy
D) Internet Service Provider
  • 8. Which technology is used to convert domain names to IP addresses?
A) DNS
B) FTP
C) HTTP
D) SMTP
  • 9. What is the purpose of a firewall in network security?
A) To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
B) To store website data
C) To encrypt communication
D) To speed up internet connection
  • 10. Which protocol is used to download files from a server to a client?
A) SSH
B) FTP
C) SMTP
D) HTTP
  • 11. What is the purpose of a cache in a web browser?
A) To block internet access
B) To store web page resources locally for faster retrieval
C) To send emails
D) To display ads
  • 12. What is a hyperlink?
A) A type of browser
B) A database query
C) A selectable element in a web page that links to another page or resource
D) A computer virus
  • 13. What does CSS stand for?
A) Computer System Software
B) Content Sharing Service
C) Cascading Style Sheets
D) Customer Support System
  • 14. What is a server in the context of the internet?
A) A type of web browser
B) A network cable
C) A software program
D) A computer that provides data to other computers
  • 15. What is the purpose of a web server?
A) To deliver web pages and other content to clients over the internet
B) To host online games
C) To send emails
D) To create documents
  • 16. Which term refers to the practice of promoting or publicizing a website on the internet?
A) HTML
B) TCP
C) SEO
D) CSS
  • 17. What is a URL parameter?
A) A search engine
B) An additional piece of information added to a URL to pass data to a web server
C) A type of virus
D) A type of internet connection
  • 18. What does W3C stand for?
A) Windows 3 Collection
B) World Wide Web Consortium
C) Wireless Communication Company
D) Web 3 Content
  • 19. What is the purpose of a cookie consent banner on a website?
A) To block access to the website
B) To display advertisements
C) To track user location
D) To obtain user consent before storing cookies on their device
  • 20. What is a firewall?
A) A type of computer virus
B) A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic
C) A hardware component
D) A type of email
  • 21. What is the purpose of a robots.txt file?
A) To instruct search engine robots how to crawl and index web pages
B) To encrypt communication
C) To display advertisements
D) To block internet access
  • 22. What file format is commonly used for images on the web?
A) TXT
B) DOCX
C) MP3
D) JPEG
  • 23. Which technology is used to make web pages interactive?
A) HTML
B) JavaScript
C) XML
D) CSS
  • 24. Which programming language is commonly used for server-side web development?
A) PHP
B) CSS
C) JavaScript
D) HTML
  • 25. What does 'RSS' stand for in the context of web content?
A) Rapid System Synchronization
B) Responsive Site Structure
C) Remote Server Service
D) Really Simple Syndication
  • 26. What term is used to describe the practice of designing websites for optimal viewing on mobile devices?
A) Adaptive styling
B) Mobile optimization
C) Dynamic layout
D) Responsive design
  • 27. Which protocol is used to transfer web pages from a server to a client in a web browser?
A) SMTP
B) FTP
C) HTTP
D) TCP
  • 28. What coding language is commonly used for styling web pages?
A) JavaScript
B) Python
C) CSS
D) Java
  • 29. Which technology allows multiple devices to share a single Internet connection?
A) Modem
B) Router
C) Firewall
D) Switch
  • 30. Which technology enables users to access applications and data from a remote server over the Internet?
A) Augmented reality
B) Blockchain
C) Cloud computing
D) Virtual reality
  • 31. Who is credited with inventing the World Wide Web?
A) Al Gore
B) Steve Jobs
C) Tim Berners-Lee
D) Bill Gates
  • 32. Which term refers to unsolicited email messages?
A) Malware
B) Phishing
C) Spam
D) Spyware
  • 33. Which organization oversees the maintenance of domain names and IP addresses?
A) NSA
B) CIA
C) FBI
D) ICANN
  • 34. What technology allows multiple devices to share a single public IP address?
A) DNS
B) FTP
C) VPN
D) NAT
  • 35. What term is used to describe the process of transferring files from a web server to a user's computer?
A) Syncing
B) Streaming
C) Downloading
D) Uploading
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