Question 1

When a "404 error" appears after entering a Web site address, it is probably due to one of the following reasons EXCEPT: _____.

Accepted Answer

A "404 error" usually means that the page requested cannot be found on the server. It is not typically a result of being blocked from the page. The other options - an old index being maintained, the page being moved, or a typing error - can all result in a 404 error.

Question 2

In _____ view, you can flip through a Web site's content without any advertisements.

Accepted Answer

The reading view allows you to read through a website's content without any advertisements.

Question 3

A _____ is an optional software application that adds functionality to your browser.

Accepted Answer

A plug-in is an optional software application that adds functionality to a browser, such as playing certain media types, blocking ads, or improving security. Caches store temporary data to speed up loading times, portals are websites that aggregate content from multiple sources, and page tools are features within a website or application that aid in editing or navigation.

Question 4

Marcie tells Jack that a _____ connection can transmit data at much faster speeds than a dial-up connection.

Accepted Answer

Broadband connections allow for faster data transmission compared to dial-up connections. Hotspots, DNS, and portals do not necessarily impact connection speed.

Question 5

A(n) ____________________ is a Web site that features useful content but also contains links to other sites.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is a Web site that...

Question 6

A(n) ___________________ is a site that offers Internet access to your wireless device in a location such as a restaurant.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ___________________ is a site that offers...

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a browser plug-in?

Accepted Answer

Adobe Acrobat Reader is a browser plug-in designed to open and view PDF files within a web browser. Safari, Yahoo!, and Wikipedia are not examples of browser plug-ins.

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the site shown in the accompanying figure?

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
Which of the following best describes the...

Question 9

In Windows 8, a(n) _____ can be added to the Start screen to quickly connect you to your favorite Web page.

Accepted Answer

In Windows 8, a "tile" can be added to the Start screen to quickly connect you to your favorite Web page. Tiles are customizable icons that display real-time information, such as weather updates, news headlines, and email notifications. Adding a tile for a website allows for quick access without having to open a browser and type in the URL every time.

Question 10

Marcie is teaching Jack about the basics of the Internet. Marcie tells Jack that a _____ provides an online identity for a company on the Web.

Accepted Answer

A domain name is the name that identifies a website on the Internet. It typically includes the company or organization's name and ends with a suffix such as .com, .org, or .net.

Question 11

When using a Web app, the _____ functions as a client.

Accepted Answer

The browser functions as a client when using a web app. The browser sends requests to the server and receives responses, just like a client communicates with a server. The other options listed (stream, search engine, ISP) do not function as clients in the context of using a web app.

Question 12

In your browser, click anywhere in the ____________________ to select a URL.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In your browser, click anywhere in the...

Question 13

The term _____ is defined as the ability to find, organize, understand, and analyze information you find on the Web.

Accepted Answer

Digital literacy is the term used to describe the ability to find, organize, understand, and analyze information on the Internet. Web mastering is the term used to describe the process of designing, developing, and maintaining a website. Web standards refer to the established guidelines and best practices for creating websites. A search expert is someone who has advanced knowledge and expertise in conducting internet searches.

Question 14

Carmen is browsing the Web. She is exploring lots of different sites and learning about her browser. Carmen learns that when she visits a Web site, it is automatically _____ so she can access it again within the same browsing session.

Accepted Answer

When a website is automatically cached, it means that the browser saves a copy of the webpage on the user's computer. This allows the user to access the webpage quickly and easily during the current browsing session without having to download it again from the internet. Bookmarking a website is a manual process where the user saves a website's URL for future reference, so it is not the best choice for this scenario. Dragging and streaming are not relevant to the concept of caching.

Question 15

By default, Internet Explorer keeps its _____ history for 20 days.

Accepted Answer

Internet Explorer keeps track of a user's browsing history for 20 days by default. This allows the user to easily access pages they have recently visited and also allows for better suggestions and recommendations when searching for related content. The other options are not related to browsing history.

Question 16

Carmen is browsing the Web. She is exploring lots of different sites and learning about her browser. Carmen realizes she can customize her browser with all of the following options EXCEPT for assigning a _____.

Accepted Answer

Assigning a new ISP is not an option for customizing a browser as this is something that must be done through an internet service provider, not within the browser itself. The other options listed (new home page, background style, and view) are all customizable features within a browser.

Question 17

By default, the search engine _____ is installed with Windows 8.

Accepted Answer

Bing is the default search engine installed with Windows 8. While users may choose to use a different search engine, Bing is the one that is included with the operating system.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT true about browser issues?

Accepted Answer

The Internet Explorer pop-up blocker is actually turned on by default, not off. Therefore, C is the statement that is not true.

Question 19

The Web cannot exist without the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Web cannot exist without the ____________________....

Question 20

A(n) ____________________ connects hardware devices in a Local Area Network to another network such as the Internet.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ connects hardware devices in a...

Quiz 28: Using the Internet and the World Wide Web