Question 1

Email is one of the earliest and most widely used of the Internet resources.

Accepted Answer

Email predates the modern Internet, and was actually a crucial tool in its development; it's been widely used since the 1970s.

Question 2

MP3 is used to play online video games.

Accepted Answer

MP3 is an audio coding format for digital audio, primarily used for storing music files and audio playback, not for playing online video games.

Question 3

A listserv is a type of weblog.

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A listserv is an automated mailing list system that allows people to subscribe and receive emails from a group, not a weblog which is a website consisting of regularly updated entries or posts.

Question 4

Instant messaging is more commonly referred to as text messages.

Accepted Answer

Instant messaging refers to messages sent over the internet through various apps or platforms, while text messages specifically refer to SMS (Short Message Service) messages sent over cellular networks.

Question 5

A blogger is someone who monitors a newsgroup.

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A blogger creates and publishes content on a blog, which is a website or section of a website, while monitoring a newsgroup is not typically associated with blogging.

Question 6

Vinton Cerf is considered the "father of the Internet."

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Vinton Cerf, along with Bob Kahn, is credited with developing the TCP/IP protocols, which are fundamental to the operation of the Internet, earning him the title "father of the Internet."

Question 7

Privacy issues are especially relevant in the context of the Internet.

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The Internet facilitates the collection, storage, and sharing of personal information, often without users' explicit consent or knowledge, raising significant privacy concerns.

Question 8

The RIAA has initiated lawsuits against online music pirates.

Accepted Answer

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has initiated numerous lawsuits against individuals and entities for illegally downloading and distributing copyrighted music online.

Question 9

Web users can use internet streaming to determine if the online information they retrieve is reliable and credible.

Accepted Answer

Internet streaming refers to the process of transmitting or receiving data (usually video or audio) over the internet in a continuous flow, allowing immediate playback, and does not inherently provide a means to assess the reliability or credibility of information.

Question 10

Although streaming is popular, it's becoming more expensive and content is becoming more siloed than in the glory days of broadband viewing.

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Streaming services are increasing their subscription prices and exclusive content is often limited to specific platforms, leading to a more fragmented and expensive viewing experience compared to earlier, more consolidated offerings.

Question 11

Many Internet users are abandoning traditionally delivered radio and television.

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The rise of streaming services and online content platforms has led to a significant number of Internet users shifting away from traditional broadcast methods for radio and television, favoring the convenience and personalized content selection offered online.

Question 12

The Internet operates as a packet-switched network.

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In a packet-switched network like the Internet, data is broken into smaller packets, which are then transmitted independently over the network and reassembled at the destination.

Question 13

The web is not important to television networks or affiliate stations.

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The web is crucial for television networks and affiliate stations as it provides additional platforms for content distribution, audience engagement, and advertising opportunities, enhancing their reach and revenue.

Question 14

Podcasts allow listeners to hear audio content on their own schedules, and can be archived on computers.

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Podcasts are digital audio files available for downloading or streaming, allowing listeners to access content at their convenience and archive it on their devices for future listening.

Question 15

Cybercasting hasn't been a factor in helping little-known artists gain exposure.

Accepted Answer

Cybercasting, or streaming music and performances online, has significantly helped little-known artists gain exposure by allowing them to reach a global audience without the need for traditional music distribution channels.

Question 16

Which of the following are Internet-related privacy concerns?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are significant Internet-related privacy concerns. Using data to sell targeted ads, the use of cookies to track online surfing habits, and using someone's image without permission all involve the collection, use, or dissemination of personal information without explicit consent, raising privacy issues.

Question 17

Which of the following most quickly reached the critical mass required to be considered a mass medium?

Accepted Answer

The Internet reached the critical mass required to be considered a mass medium more quickly than television, books, or radio, due to its rapid adoption and the exponential growth in users and content.

Question 18

The amount of content online is largely unlimited but the speed of online delivery is constrained by___?

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The speed of online delivery is primarily constrained by bandwidth, which refers to the maximum rate of data transfer across a given path. Higher bandwidth allows for faster data transmission, while lower bandwidth results in slower speeds.

Question 19

A ___ is a powerful computer providing continuous access to the internet.

Accepted Answer

A server is a powerful computer that provides data to other computers. It offers continuous access to the internet, hosting websites, and managing network resources, distinguishing it from clients, routers, or other non-specified options.

Question 20

Software programs that allow surfing (navigating) the Web are called:

Accepted Answer

Browsers are software applications that enable users to access and navigate the World Wide Web, viewing websites and interacting with content online. Examples include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari.

Quiz 5: Interconnected by the Internet