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The Internet - how it developed and how it works

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1
What is a packet?
collection of websites
networking protocol
unique address of a device
small segment of a larger message sent over network
2
What does "IP" stand for in networking?
Interface Point
Internal Port
Integrated Platform
Internet Protocol
3
What does the term "network" refer to in computing?
Two or more connected computers that share resources
A server backup device
A single-user desktop environment
A website login system
4
What is FTP used for?
Converting MAC addresses to IP addresses
Converting IP addresses to MAC addresses
Transfer of files from one host to another
Identifying a device in network
5
What is the function of DNS in the Internet?
Protecting against malware
Translating domain names into IP addresses
Sending emails
Storing website content
6
What is packet switching?
A method of transmitting data across a network by breaking it into packets
A way to change your IP address manually
A technique for encrypting wireless signals
A tool used to design computer processors
7
What is the function of an ISP (Internet Service Provider)?
Develops software applications
Creates web content
Provides users with access to the Internet
Manufactures computers
8
What does TCP/IP stand for?
Transport Control Protocol
Three Card Poker
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
Tennenbaum Capital Partners
9
What does HTTP control?
The display of fonts on a website
How information is transferred between web servers and browsers
The upload speed of a file
The color settings of a webpage
10
What does URL stand for?
Uniform Resource Locator
Underground Race League
Universal Republic of Love
User Resource Link