The Internet

What does IP stand for in the context of networking?

• Internet Protocol

• Internal Port

• Information Protocol

• Internet Provider

How many bits are there in an IPv4 address?

• 128 bits

• 64 bits

• 32 bits

• 16 bits

What is the purpose of DNS in networking?

• To translate domain names into IP addresses

• To optimize network bandwidth usage

• To convert IP addresses into domain names

• To establish secure connections between devices

Explain the difference between IPv4 and IPv6.

• IPv4 uses 64-bit addresses, IPv6 uses 256-bit addresses.

• IPv4 and IPv6 have the same number of bits in their addresses.

• IPv4 is a newer version than IPv6.

• IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses, IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses.

What is the function of a web browser?

• To predict the weather

• To fly airplanes

• To cook meals

• To access information on the World Wide Web

What does HTTP stand for?

• Hypertext Terminal Protocol

• Hypertext Transfer Protocol

• Hypertext Transmission Protocol

• Hyperlink Transfer Protocol

Describe the role of a server in a network.

• A server in a network is responsible for making coffee for the users.

• A server in a network is used for gaming purposes only.

• A server in a network provides services, stores data, and facilitates communication between clients.

• A server in a network is a type of computer virus.

What is the full form of URL?

• Unified Resource Locator

• Uniform Resource Locator

• Universal Resource Locator

• Unique Resource Locator

How is data transmitted over the internet?

• Data is transmitted over the internet by sending physical hard drives through the mail

• Data is transmitted over the internet through a series of steps including encoding data into packets, routing these packets through various network devices, such as routers and switches, and finally delivering them to the intended destination.

• Data is transmitted over the internet by carrier pigeons

• Data is transmitted over the internet by telepathic communication

What is the significance of an IP address?

• An IP address is used for storing files on a computer

• An IP address is a type of computer virus

• An IP address is a unique identifier assigned to devices on a network to enable communication.

• An IP address is only necessary for offline devices