Question 1

A markup language contains text, as well as information about the text.

Accepted Answer

A markup language uses tags to provide information about the structure and presentation of the text, such as HTML or XML.

Question 2

The URL in the Address Bar updates automatically as you browse from page to page.

Accepted Answer

The URL in the address bar updates automatically to reflect the current page's address as you navigate through different pages on a website.

Question 3

The IE title bar includes the ____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The IE title bar includes the ____.
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Question 4

Even though you are able to open multiple Internet Explorer windows simultaneously, it is recommended that you open new Web pages in tabs.

Accepted Answer

Opening new web pages in tabs rather than separate windows is generally more efficient and organized, as it reduces clutter on the taskbar and allows for easier navigation between pages within a single browser window.

Question 5

Since the most common Internet Explorer commands are accessible via the ____, by default Internet Explorer hides the menu bar.

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The answer of Since the most common Internet Explorer commands...

Question 6

A software firewall blocks unauthorized connections to and from your computer.

Accepted Answer

A software firewall is designed to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules, thereby blocking unauthorized access.

Question 7

The https protocol is a more secure version of the http protocol.

Accepted Answer

HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP, using encryption (SSL/TLS) to protect data transmitted between a user's browser and a web server.

Question 8

You can change the home page by clicking Tools on the Command Bar, clicking the Internet Options command, and under the General tab clicking the ____ button, or typing your desired URL in the text box.

Accepted Answer

The "Use current" button sets the current page as the home page, "Use default" sets the default home page, and "Use blank" sets a blank page as the home page.

Question 9

If you know the URL of a Web page you want to visit, click the URL in the Address Bar to highlight it, type the new URL, and then press the ENTER key to display the corresponding page.

Accepted Answer

Clicking the URL in the Address Bar highlights it, allowing you to type a new URL and press ENTER to navigate to the new page.

Question 10

Antivirus software manufacturers release virus damage updates that "teach" the software how to detect newly-created viruses.

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The answer of Antivirus software manufacturers release virus damage updates...

Question 11

Domain hijacking helps to protect from phishing scams by allowing the user to easily identify whether the Web site currently displayed in the window is the Web site he or she intended to visit.

Accepted Answer

Domain hijacking is a malicious activity where an attacker takes control of a domain without the owner's consent, which can lead to phishing scams rather than protect against them.

Question 12

HTML describes the rules used to transmit Web pages electronically over the Internet.

Accepted Answer

HTML is a markup language used to structure content on the web, not to transmit web pages. Transmission is handled by protocols like HTTP.

Question 13

You can change the size of the icons on the Address Bar by using the Use Large Icons command on the shortcut menu.

Accepted Answer

The size of icons on the Address Bar is not typically changed using a "Use Large Icons" command; this command is usually related to desktop or file explorer views.

Question 14

By default, the Instant Search box will perform your search using Windows Live search.

Accepted Answer

The question states that "By default, the Instant Search box will perform your search using Windows Live search." This means that the default search engine for the Instant Search box is Windows Live search, which is true.

Question 15

Your favorites appear in the ____.

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The answer of Your favorites appear in the ____.
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Question 16

Regardless of the size of the Command Bar in your Internet Explorer window, all commands will display.

Accepted Answer

Not all commands will display if the Command Bar is too small; some may be hidden or require additional clicks to access.

Question 17

In some cases today, fixed wireless access is replacing wires over the last mile, which impairs access to the Internet.

Accepted Answer

Fixed wireless access can provide reliable internet connectivity and is often used to improve access, especially in areas where laying cables is difficult or expensive.

Question 18

The Internet started as a government experiment for the military.

Accepted Answer

The Internet originated from the ARPANET project, which was funded by the U.S. Department of Defense to enable secure and reliable communication for military purposes.

Question 19

The tab row is located adjacent to the Command Bar.

Accepted Answer

The tab row is typically located directly below or adjacent to the Command Bar in many software interfaces, providing easy access to different tabs or sections.

Question 20

In addition to clicking the Stop button on the toolbar to stop the transfer of a Web page, you also can click the ____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In addition to clicking the Stop button...

Quiz 1: Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer 8 : Introduction to Internet Explorer