Case 5-1
The world of the Internet can be overwhelming. It takes time to understand the community and its players. For each of the following questions, look at the organizations, businesses, or individuals listed, and then determine what they represent as a whole.
ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) and the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) are _____.
A)Internet service providers
B)key Internet organizations
C)matrix organizations
D)Internet content providers

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

ICANN is responsible for coordinating the maintenance and procedures of several databases related to the namespaces of the Internet, ensuring the network's stable and secure operation. W3C develops standardized Web protocols and guidelines to ensure long-term growth for the Web. Both are key organizations in the governance and development of the Internet infrastructure and standards, not service or content providers, nor are they matrix organizations.

Case 5-1 The World of the Internet Can Be Overwhelming. It Takes