Deck 2: The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce

Question 1

The Internet is a(n) _____ made up of wires, cables, satellites, and rules for exchanging information between computers connected to the network.

A)actual network
B)virtual network
C)multimedia interface
D)domain name

Answer 1

A

Question 2

For browsers to connect to resources on the Internet, the location of the resources must be specified through addresses called _____.

A)uniform resource locators (URLs)
B)top-level domains (TLDs)
C)Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
D)hyperlinks

Answer 2

A

Question 3

In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", ".com" is the _____.

A)top-level domain (TLD)
B)uniform resource locator (URL)
C)domain name server (DNS)
D)domain name

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Launched in 1969 as a U.S funded project that developed a national computer network, the Internet was initially called __________.

A)World Wide Web
B)Intranet
C)NSFNet
D)ARPANET

Question 5

Which programming language is used within HTML documents to trigger interactive features?

A)CSS
B)JavaScript
C)HTML
D)Visual Basic

Question 6

_____ do/does not use streaming technology and are/is used to download media files to your computer.

A)Webcasts
B)Podcasts
C)Microblogs
D)Twitter

Question 7

This type of e-mail account is more widely used because it frees the user from installing and maintaining an e-mail client on every computer used to access e-mail.

A)Client-based
B)Web-based
C)Cloud
D)Mobile

Question 8

This enabled graphics, animation, sound, and video to be added to the Internet.

A)Web browser
B)URI
C)Web
D)Shareware

Question 9

When you enter a keyword or phrase into a search engine the results display as a list of these.

A)Matches
B)Hits
C)Subjects
D)Entries

Question 10

Which of the following are files inserted into an HTML document that control the appearance of Web pages including layout, colors, and fonts?

A)Javascript
B)Applets
C)AJAX
D)CSS

Question 11

A web page typically contains _____ which contains the formatting instructions for displaying the web page.

A)uniform resource locators (URLs)
B)top-level domain (TLD)
C)Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
D)hyperlinks

Question 12

_____ typically broadcast live events and use streaming technology in which audio and video files are continuously downloaded to your computer while you are listening to and/or viewing the content.

A)Webcasts
B)Blogs
C)Microblogs
D)Twitter

Question 13

The Web was introduced in 1991 at

A)National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
B)Center for European Nuclear Research (CERN)
C)Research Center for Nuclear Physics (RCNP)
D)National Science Foundation (NSF)

Question 14

Which of the following is a Web site specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the site's content?

A)Wiki
B)Blog
C)Webcast
D)Microblog

Question 15

The most common way to access the Internet is through _____.

A)an Internet service provider (ISP)
B)an instant messaging (IM) service
C)an application service provider (ASP)
D)Facebook

Question 16

Twitter is an example of what type of site?

A)Wiki
B)Blog
C)Microblog
D)Search

Question 17

These special programs continually look for new information and update the databases used by search services.

A)Spiders
B)Webcrawlers
C)Bugs
D)Hits

Question 18

This social networking site is used for professional networking.

A)Google+
B)Facebook
C)Twitter
D)LinkedIn

Question 19

Which of the following is not a well-known Web browser?

A)Internet Explorer
B)Windows Explorer
C)Safari
D)Google Chrome

Question 20

In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", what is the domain name?

A)http://www.simnetonline.com
B)www.simnetonline.com
C)simnetonline
D)com

Question 21

Instant messaging allows text only.

Question 22

Parents can use this type of program to block access to selected Web sites.

A)Plug-in
B)FTP
C)BitTorrent
D)Filter

Question 23

JavaScript is a language often used within HTML documents to trigger interactive features.

Question 24

In addition to an Internet connection users need browser software to easily display web pages.

Question 25

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) are files inserted into an HTML document that control the appearance of Web pages including layout, colors, and fonts.

Question 26

This type of e-commerce often resembles the electronic version of the classified ads or an auction.

A)B2C
B)C2C
C)C2B
D)B2B

Question 27

LinkedIn is a social networking site that you should visit if you are looking for professional employment.

Question 28

The Internet and the Web are the same.

Question 29

Cloud computing is an example of a social networking site.

Question 30

Online banking is an example of what type of e-commerce?

A)B2C
B)C2C
C)C2B
D)B2B

Question 31

In order to connect to a Web site, the browser must know only the site's domain name.

Question 32

This method of file transfer distributes file transfers across many different computers.

A)SSP
B)FTP
C)BitTorrent
D)Dropbox.com

Question 33

The Internet connects millions of computers and resources across the world via wires, cables, and satellite.

Question 34

Client-based e-mail accounts require a special program called an e-mail client to be installed on your computer.

Question 35

AJAX is an advanced use of JavaScript that is used to create interactive web sites that respond quickly.

Question 36

The CAN-SPAM Act has proven to be more effective than spam blockers at preventing unwanted e-mail.

Question 37

Which of the following is not one of the three basic components of cloud computing?

A)client organizations and end-users
B)service providers
C)the Internet
D)wireless connectivity

Question 38

Attachments to e-mail messages are always safe to open.

Question 39

This method of file transfer has been used for decades and is frequently used for uploading changes to a Web site hosted by an Internet service provider.

A)SSP
B)FTP
C)BitTorrent
D)Dropbox.com

Question 40

Programs that automatically start and operate as a part of your browser are called:

A)plug-ins
B)readers
C)pop-ups
D)ActiveX controls

Question 41

RealPlayer and Acrobat Reader are classified as plug-in programs.

Question 42

Google Chrome is an example of a Web _____.

Question 43

A _____ publishes short sentences that only take a few seconds to write, rather than long stories or posts.

Question 44

Uploading is the process of copying a file from a Web site to your computer.

Question 45

A _____ is a link on a Web page that connects to another Web page.

Question 46

The most popular microblogging site is _______.

Question 47

_____ e-mail accounts do not require an e-mail program to be installed on your computer.

Question 48

Wikis allow many individuals to edit a document.

Question 49

"Wiki" comes from the Hawaiian word for _______.

Question 50

After a webcast is completed there are no files left on your computer.

Question 51

The _____ protocol is used for Web traffic and is the most widely used Internet protocol.

Question 52

HTML stands for _____.

Question 53

_____ messaging is the process of sending short electronic messages using a wireless network.

Question 54

Special Web browsers, called _____ browsers, are designed to run on portable devices such as smartphones and tablets.

Question 55

Cloud computing has the potential to free end-users from owning, maintaining, and storing software and data.

Question 56

One of the biggest challenges for the growth of e-commerce is the development of fast, secure, and reliable payment methods for buying goods.

Question 57

A _______ is a Web site specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the site's content.

Question 58

Unsolicited e-mail is called _____.

Question 59

In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", "www.simnetonline.com" is the _____ name.

Question 60

All information found on the web through search tools can be considered as factual.

Question 61

_____ cash is the Internet's equivalent to traditional cash.

Question 62

Knowledge of HTML and CSS is considered essential for the job of a _____.

Question 63

_____ computing provides access to software, programs, and data from anywhere through an Internet connection.

Question 64

When evaluating a Web site's content, whether or not the information is up to date is considered part of the _____ element.

Question 65

Describe a wiki and explain how a wiki differs from a blog.

Question 66

Explain how a search engine works.

Question 67

Briefly explain how instant messaging works.

Question 68

Describe the various technologies used to provide highly interactive and animated web sites.

Question 69

Define the parts of a URL.

Question 70

Describe the evolution of the Internet and Web.

Question 71

Describe the two greatest challenges for e-commerce.

Question 72

A(n) _____ is a collection of utility programs designed to maintain your security and privacy while you are on the Web.

Question 73

Describe both the advantages, and the disadvantages associated with electronic commerce.

Question 74

_____ search engines focus on subject-specific web sites and can save time by narrowing your search.

Question 75

Discuss the four elements to consider when evaluating the content and accuracy of information on the Web.

Question 76

A ______ engine is a specialized program that assists you in locating information on the Web and the Internet.