ETECH-Lesson 4:USES OF THE INTERNET, ONLINE SYSTEMS AND PLATFORM

What is the internet primarily used for as a communication tool?

• Video streaming

• Online shopping

• Social media interactions

• Gaming

Answer explanation

AS A COMMUNICATION TOOL

• - the internet serves as a multifaceted communication tool with myriad uses

• - it facilitates instant messaging, email exchanges, and social media interactions, allowing individuals to connect with others globally

Which of the following is NOT a component of an online system?

• Network

• Database

• Server

• Terminal devices

Answer explanation

The components of an online system are only Terminal Devices, Network, Servers, and Processing System.

What is the main function of a server in a networked system?

• Data storage

• Data processing

• Data transfer

• Data encryption

Answer explanation

SERVER

• refers to the software system that serves as the storage house of data coming in and out of the system

What do online platforms offer to businesses and organizations?

• Online sales and services

• Customer engagement

• Product development

• Social media management

Answer explanation

ONLINE PLATFORMS

• refer to websites or online applications that used by businesses or organizations to offer their products or services using the internet

What is the purpose of web search engines?

• Social media interactions

• Online shopping

• Online gaming

• Information retrieval

Answer explanation

WEB SEARCH ENGINES

• - are internet-based systems that are used to locate information on the World Wide Web

• - when a user enters a query into a search engine, complex algorithms analyze the query and retrieve relevant results from the indexed web pages

Which service allows customers to make secure online payments?

• Online payment system

• Web search engine

• Online advertising platform

• Creative content outlet

Answer explanation

ONLINE PAYMENT SYSTEM

• is a web-based application that allows customers to send payment for their purchases using a facility that organizes the transfer of monetary funds from the customer’s bank account to the company’s account

What type of users are classified as 'business' on online platforms?

• Social media influencers

• Sellers of goods and services

• Purchasers of goods and services

• Creators of online content

Answer explanation

BUSINESS

• is an individual or organization whose role is the seller of goods or provider of services offered on the internet

What do online forums, discussion boards, and social media platforms provide for researchers?

• Educational resources

• Online shopping options

• Collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and networking

• Entertainment content

Answer explanation

AS A TOOL FOR RESEARCH

• - online forums, discussion boards, and social media platforms provide avenues for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and networking among researchers worldwide

What is the main function of an online advertising platform?

• Data storage

• Product development

• Advertisement posting

• Customer engagement

Answer explanation

ONLINE ADVERTSING PLATFORM

• - is an internet service that allows business organizations to post their advertisements to websites and online applications

• - examples of popular online advertising platforms include Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and Microsoft Advertising (formerly Bing Ads)

What do creative content outlets assist individuals and organizations with?

• Customer support

• Online sales and services

• Content creation and publishing

• Social media management

Answer explanation

CREATIVE CONTENT OUTLETS

• - are web services that offer assistance to individuals and organizations in the development of innovative and engaging multimedia content for their websites

• - these outlets typically offer a range of services aimed at helping clients conceptualize, create, and publish various forms of digital content, including articles, blog posts, videos, infographics, podcasts, and social media posts