Paper 1: The internet and its uses

Question 1

Internet

Answer 1

A global network of interconnected computer networks

Question 2

World Wide Web (WWW)

Answer 2

A system of interlinked hypertext documents (web pages) accessed via the Internet. It’s one of the most popular services that runs on the Internet. Application: Allows users to access and view information, interact with online services, and consume multimedia content through web browsers.

Question 3

URL (Uniform Resource Locator)

Answer 3

The address of a resource (like a web page, image, or video) on the internet. It tells the browser how and where to find the resource.

Question 4

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

Answer 4

The protocol used for transferring files (like web pages, images, etc.) on the World Wide Web. Defines how messages are formatted and transmitted. Application: Your web browser uses HTTP to request web pages from servers.

Question 5

HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)

Answer 5

A secure version of HTTP that encrypts the communication between the web browser and the web server, protecting sensitive data like passwords and credit card details. Application: Used for online banking, shopping, and any website where you enter personal information.

Question 6

HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)

Answer 6

The standard markup language for creating the structure and content of web pages. Uses tags to define elements like headings, paragraphs, and links. Application: The code that your web browser interprets to display a web page.