Question 1

Individuals and groups can communicate with each other over the Internet using ____.
A) W3C
B) CSS
C) ARPA
D) IRC

Accepted Answer

IRC (Internet Relay Chat) is a platform that allows individuals and groups to communicate with each other over the Internet through real-time text-based messages. W3C (World Wide Web Consortium) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) are standards and technologies used for web development, and ARPA (Advanced Research Projects Agency) is a government agency that played a role in the development of the Internet. However, none of these options are direct communication methods like IRC.

Question 2

Google Drive is an example of ____.
A) word processing software
B) cloud computing
C) spreadsheet software
D) presentation software

Accepted Answer

Google Drive is a cloud computing platform where users can store and share files, including documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, among others. It is not specific to any one type of software like word processing, spreadsheet or presentation software.

Question 3

A(n) ____ provides a secure, encrypted connection between remote users and local area networks.
A) VPN
B) XML
C) ARPA
D) RWD

Accepted Answer

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is designed to provide a secure, encrypted connection between remote users and local area networks. This enables users to access the network remotely as if they were physically connected to it, while ensuring that data transmitted over the connection remains secure and private. The other options, XML, ARPA, and RWD, are not related to providing secure remote connections.

Question 4

A ____ is a computer on a network used to store files.
A) modem
B) router
C) server
D) protocol

Accepted Answer

A server is a computer on a network that has been specifically configured to store and manage files, resources, and services that can be accessed by other computers on the network. A modem is a device that connects a computer or network to the internet, a router is a device that connects multiple networks together and directs traffic between them, and a protocol is a set of rules and guidelines for communicating over a network.

Question 5

An example of a ____ activity is when a consumer goes online to purchase environmental friendly items on Reuseit.
A) B2B
B) B2E
C) C2C
D) B2C

Accepted Answer

The consumer is purchasing items online, which refers to a business-to-consumer (B2C) transaction.

Question 6

Text or pictures in a webpage that can be used to view a different location in the same page or a different page are known as ____.
A) protocols
B) hosts
C) blogs
D) hyperlinks

Accepted Answer

Hyperlinks are clickable elements in a webpage that allow navigation to a different location in the same page, a different page or even a different website. They are used to create a network of interconnected pages on the internet.

Question 7

A ____ is a software program used to view webpages.
A) site
B) host
C) link
D) browser

Accepted Answer

A browser is a software program used to view webpages. The other options (site, host, link) are not programs used to view webpages, but rather refer to different aspects of a webpage, such as the location (site/host) or a clickable element (link).

Question 8

The concept of ____ includes electronically transmitted financial transactions, such as placing orders, sending invoices, or paying by credit card online.
A) search
B) e-business
C) email
D) chat

Accepted Answer

The concept of e-business encompasses all electronic transactions related to conducting business, including the exchange of financial transactions online such as placing orders, sending invoices, or paying by credit card. Search, email, and chat do not specifically relate to financial transactions.

Question 9

When an Internet user connects to the Internet to access information and services, the user is considered to be ____.
A) connected
B) online
C) busy
D) offline

Accepted Answer

When an Internet user connects to the Internet, they become "online" and have access to information and services available on the Internet.

Question 10

The communication standard or protocol that allows Internet users to download or upload files is ____.
A) TCP
B) IP
C) FTP
D) HTTP

Accepted Answer

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is the standard protocol for transferring files over the internet. TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), IP (Internet Protocol), and HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) are also important communication protocols for different types of internet traffic, but they do not specifically handle file transfers.

Question 11

A subset of the Internet that supports documents that combine pictures, sound, and animation with text is ____.
A) chat
B) newsgroups
C) the web
D) mailing lists

Accepted Answer

The web (short for World Wide Web) is the subset of the Internet that supports documents combining pictures, sound, animation, and text, also known as web pages. Chat, newsgroups, and mailing lists all involve communication between users or groups but do not necessarily incorporate multimedia elements.

Question 12

A(n) ____ allows users to send messages and files over a local computer network or the Internet.
A) search tool
B) email program
C) browser
D) circuit

Accepted Answer

An email program allows users to send messages and files over a local computer network or the Internet. A search tool is used to locate information on the web, a browser is used to access websites, and a circuit is a closed loop of conductive material that allows the flow of electric current.

Question 13

An example of ____ e-commerce is one business using the Internet to purchase goods and services from another business.
A) B2C
B) B2B
C) B2E
D) C2C

Accepted Answer

The scenario described is an example of B2B e-commerce, where one business purchases goods/services from another business through the internet. B2C e-commerce involves businesses selling goods/services directly to individual consumers, B2E e-commerce involves businesses selling goods/services to their own employees, and C2C e-commerce involves individuals buying and selling goods/services to each other through online platforms.

Question 14

A global network of computers and mobile devices connected together to share information and other resources is the ____.
A) web
B) email network
C) Internet
D) IRC network

Accepted Answer

The Internet is a global network of computers and mobile devices that are connected to each other and share information and resources. The web, email network, and IRC networks are all part of the Internet, but the Internet is a much larger network that includes many other types of networks as well. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 15

A ____ is a web-based resource that helps you find specific information on the web.
A) search tool
B) browser
C) server
D) site

Accepted Answer

A search tool, such as Google, Bing or Yahoo, is a web-based resource that helps you find specific information on the web by allowing you to enter keywords or phrases to locate relevant websites or pages. A browser is a software application that allows you to access and view websites on the internet. A server is a computer or device that stores and delivers web pages to users over the internet. A site refers to a particular location or area on the web, such as a website or web page.

Question 16

YouTube and Vimeo are examples of ____ websites.
A) video sharing
B) social networking
C) microblogging
D) wiki

Accepted Answer

YouTube and Vimeo are both examples of websites that are primarily used for sharing videos. They allow users to upload, share, and view videos on a wide variety of topics, and often have social networking features as well. Contrarily, social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter are more focused on connecting individuals and sharing personal updates, while microblogging sites such as Tumblr and Pinterest allow users to post short-form content such as images and brief text updates. Wikis, such as Wikipedia, are collaborative platforms where users can create, edit, and organize information on a specific topic.

Question 17

WordPress is an example of a(n) ____ management system.
A) CSS
B) authoring
C) online content
D) HTML

Accepted Answer

WordPress is an online content management system (CMS) that allows users to easily create and manage content on their website without needing to know HTML or other programming languages.

Question 18

A ____ is a computer that has a direct connection to the Internet.
A) host
B) blog
C) protocol
D) link

Accepted Answer

A host is a computer that has a direct connection to the Internet. It serves as a server or client and communicates with other hosts through the network.

Question 19

A standard or set of rules that computer network devices follow when transmitting and receiving data is called a ____.
A) repeater
B) host
C) server
D) protocol

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is D because a protocol is a set of rules that devices on a network follow to communicate with each other. A repeater is a device that amplifies and retransmits a signal, a host is a computer that is connected to a network, and a server is a computer program that provides services to other computer programs or devices on a network.

Question 20

____ is a protocol that allows users to log on to and access a remote computer.
A) IRC
B) Telnet
C) FTP
D) HTML

Accepted Answer

Telnet is a protocol that enables users to connect to and access a remote computer over a network. It allows users to access the command line interface of the remote computer as if they were physically present at the machine. Telnet is commonly used by system administrators and network engineers for remote management and troubleshooting of servers and network devices.

Quiz 1: Discovering the Internet Brief 5th Edition by Jennifer Campbell

Individuals and groups can communicate with each other over the Internet using ____.

Google Drive is an example of ____.

A(n) ____ provides a secure, encrypted connection between remote users and local area networks.

A ____ is a computer on a network used to store files.

An example of a ____ activity is when a consumer goes online to purchase environmental friendly items on Reuseit.

Text or pictures in a webpage that can be used to view a different location in the same page or a different page are known as ____.

A ____ is a software program used to view webpages.

The concept of ____ includes electronically transmitted financial transactions, such as placing orders, sending invoices, or paying by credit card online.

When an Internet user connects to the Internet to access information and services, the user is considered to be ____.

The communication standard or protocol that allows Internet users to download or upload files is ____.

A subset of the Internet that supports documents that combine pictures, sound, and animation with text is ____.

A(n) ____ allows users to send messages and files over a local computer network or the Internet.

An example of ____ e-commerce is one business using the Internet to purchase goods and services from another business.

A global network of computers and mobile devices connected together to share information and other resources is the ____.

A ____ is a web-based resource that helps you find specific information on the web.

YouTube and Vimeo are examples of ____ websites.

WordPress is an example of a(n) ____ management system.

A ____ is a computer that has a direct connection to the Internet.

A standard or set of rules that computer network devices follow when transmitting and receiving data is called a ____.

____ is a protocol that allows users to log on to and access a remote computer.