Exam 2: The Internet: Accessing, Searching, Sharing, and Communicating

Which of the following networks had these two goals: a) allowing scientists to work together on scientific projects; and, b) functioning even if part of the network was destroyed by a nuclear attack?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 101

A web ____________________ is software that finds websites, webpages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information related to a specific topic.

(Short Answer)

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Question 102

A phishing filter will prevent your browsing history, passwords, user names, and other personal information from being revealed.

(True/False)

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Question 103

Which of the following is a collection of related webpages and associated items, such as documents and pictures, stored on a web server?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 104

The group that approves top-level domains is the ____________________.

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Question 105

Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.

Premises:

Type of broadband connection that provides high-speed Internet connections through a telephone network via a DSL modem

Responses:

fixed wireless

FTP

tethering

Correct Answer:

Verified

Type of broadband connection that provides high-speed Internet connections through a telephone network via a DSL modem

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Question 106

Which of the following is a small version of a larger graphic?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 107

Which of the following best describes e-commerce?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 108

Which of the following is NOT a graphics format used on the web?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 109

Which of the following terms means that the people who are conversing on a computer are online at the same time?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 110

All mobile browsers support the use of plug-ins.

(True/False)

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Question 111

In a web address, the ____________________ is a set of rules that defines how pages transfer on the Internet.

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Question 112

The goal of Internet2 is to develop and test advanced network technologies that will benefit Internet users in the future.

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Question 113

If someone displays a webpage in a browser and the page indicates Flash Player is needed, what is Flash Player?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 114

Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.

Premises:

Oversees research and sets standards and guidelines for many areas of the Internet

Responses:

Wi-Fi

IP address

domain name

Correct Answer:

Verified

Oversees research and sets standards and guidelines for many areas of the Internet

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Question 115

Which of the following is a business that provides individuals and companies access to the Internet for free or for a fee?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 116

To what does the term, blogosphere, refer?

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Question 117

Define at least seven of the different types of websites, giving examples wherever possible and defining all relevant terms.

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Question 118

Critical Thinking Questions Case 2-1 You are taking an economics class, as part of which you are studying the various types of e-commerce. As part of your research, you have learned that vending machines in Japan allow shoppers to hold their cell phones in front of the machine in order to make a purchase using the smartphone. Which of the following types of commerce does this exemplify?

(Multiple Choice)

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Question 119

Your sister just started a company that provides individuals and organizations access to the Internet for a small fee. Which of the following describes her company?

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Question 120

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Which of the following networks had these two goals: a) allowing scientists to work together on scientific projects; and, b) functioning even if part of the network was destroyed by a nuclear attack?

A web ____________________ is software that finds websites, webpages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information related to a specific topic.

A phishing filter will prevent your browsing history, passwords, user names, and other personal information from being revealed.

Which of the following is a collection of related webpages and associated items, such as documents and pictures, stored on a web server?

The group that approves top-level domains is the ____________________.

Which of the following is a small version of a larger graphic?

Which of the following best describes e-commerce?

Which of the following is NOT a graphics format used on the web?

Which of the following terms means that the people who are conversing on a computer are online at the same time?

All mobile browsers support the use of plug-ins.

In a web address, the ____________________ is a set of rules that defines how pages transfer on the Internet.

The goal of Internet2 is to develop and test advanced network technologies that will benefit Internet users in the future.

If someone displays a webpage in a browser and the page indicates Flash Player is needed, what is Flash Player?

Which of the following is a business that provides individuals and companies access to the Internet for free or for a fee?

To what does the term, blogosphere, refer?

Define at least seven of the different types of websites, giving examples wherever possible and defining all relevant terms.

Your sister just started a company that provides individuals and organizations access to the Internet for a small fee. Which of the following describes her company?

Digital Literacy: Introducing a World of Technology

Computers and Mobile Devices: Evaluating the Possibilities

Programs and Apps: Using Software at Work, School, and Home

Digital Safety and Security: Identifying Threats, Issues, and Defenses

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