Computer Education for Teachers: Integrating Technology into Classroom Teaching, 4/e

Vicki Sharp, University of California - Northridge

The Internet and the Web

Multiple Choice Quiz


1	Telecommunications refers to
		A)	Telephone communications
		B)	Television transmissions
		C)	Electronic transfer of information


2	A computer with a large data capacity that directs the flow of information to and from networked computers is called a
		A)	Client
		B)	File server
		C)	Network operating system (NOS)


3	Which transmission medium is the fastest?
		A)	Copper twisted wire
		B)	Fiber optic cable
		C)	Wireless transmission


4	To network schools within a county requires a
		A)	LAN
		B)	WAN
		C)	ISP
		D)	Incorrect. An ISP (Internet service provider) is necessary for access to the Internet. A WAN (wide area network) will connect several school LANs within the county.


5	A disadvantage of a network is:
		A)	Sharing of resources such as files and printers
		B)	Improved speed and accuracy of communication
		C)	Unauthorized people can gain access to the entire system


6	Which of the following is an Internet service provider (ISP)?
		A)	Microsoft New Technology
		B)	Microsoft Software Network (MSN)
		C)	Microsoft Windows


7	In the email address jane@cal.edu, which part is the domain name?
		A)	jane
		B)	.edu


8	What is NOT proper netiquette (etiquette on the Internet)?
		A)	Keep messages brief and to the point
		B)	Use only capital letters for better readability
		C)	Never criticize a person's writing or spelling


9	Another word for the Internet is the Web or World Wide Web.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	Software that allows you to surf the net is called a
		A)	Search engine
		B)	Browser
		C)	Internet service provider (ISP

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