How Internet Works

What is the primary function of the internet?

• To make phone calls

• To connect computers and allow them to communicate

• To watch television

• To play video games

What does the acronym "IP" stand for in the context of the internet?

• Internet Provider

• Internet Protocol

• Internal Process

• Information Pathway

Which device is commonly used to connect a local network to the internet?

• Printer

• Router

• Scanner

• Monitor

What is the role of a DNS (Domain Name System) in internet communication?

• To translate domain names into IP addresses

• To store website data

• To manage email accounts

• To provide internet security

Which protocol is primarily used for transferring web pages on the internet?

• FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

• HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol)

• SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

• SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)

What is the purpose of an IP address?

• To identify a device on a network

• To store data

• To encrypt information

• To manage user accounts

What does "URL" stand for?

• Uniform Resource Locator

• Universal Resource Link

• Unified Resource Language

• User Resource List

Which of the following is an example of a web browser?

• Google

• Firefox

• Bing

• Yahoo

What is the function of a modem in internet connectivity?

• To amplify signals

• To convert digital data to analogue signals and vice versa

• To store data

• To manage network traffic

Which of the following is NOT a type of internet connection?

• Dial-up

• Fibre-optic

• DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

• Bluetooth