Computing Essentials Ch. 2
Http is the most widely used Internet ____ for web traffic
protocol
Factors determining the efficiency of cloud computing
reliable transmission of data and programs, reliability of the user's access to the internet, and speed of the user's access to the internet.
Bing, Google, and Yahoo are all examples of
search engines
Signature
senders name
Advantages of e-commerence
shopping anytime day or night, no cost associated with owning and operating a retail outlet
Service Providers
sites that provide access to software, data and storage
_____ sites focus on connecting people that share a common interest or activity
social networking
These programs identify and eliminate spam
spam blockers
If you are searching for information about a specific disease you can focus your search by using a subject-specific web site called a ______
specialized search engine
In the e-mail message header, the ____ is a one-line description used to present the topic of the message
subject
two best known messaging systems
text messaging and instant messaging
Internet
the connection between the clients and the providers
In a URL, the ______ identifies the type of organization
top level domain
URL stands for _____
uniform resource locator
Transferring a file from your computer to another computer on the internet is called
uploading
Email address contains
username, domain name, and top-level domain
Negative aspects of e-mail
viruses, and spam
the _____ provides an easy to use, intuitive, multimedia interface to the resources available on the internet
web
_____ are an example of a consumer-to-consumer (C2C) e-commerce
web auctions
To view a music video or movie you would most likely view it via a
webcast or podcast
Domain Name
www.abc.edu
Services offered by Google+
Hangouts, and Circles
Accuracy
Has the information been reviewed for correctness?
A(n) ____ provides a path or connection for individuals to access the internet
ISP
The FitBit bracelet in this figure that monitors health data and sends that data to your smartphone or personal web page is an example of the ______
Internet of Things
The ____ is the continuing development of the Internet that allows everyday objects embedded with electronic devices to send and receive data over the internet..
Internet of Things (iot)
The most common way to access the Internet is through a(n)_____
Internet service provider
Authority
Is the author an expert in the subject? Is the site official or is it an opinion?
Objectivity
Is the information factual or does the author have a bias?
Currency
Is the information up to date?
Primary uses of Linkedin
Search for job opportunities, Develop extended business networks, maintain business contracts and Research Individual businesses
____ is one of the fastest growing and most significant Web 2.0 applications
Social networking
Web-based e-mail accounts do not require an e-mail program to be installed on your computer
True
You can update Twitter from your browser, instant messaging application or mobile phone
True, Twitter enables you to add new content from your browser, instant messaging application or mobile phone
BitTorrent Technology has been used for distributing unauthorized copies of copyrighted music and video
True, unfortunately, BitTorrent technology has been used for distributing unauthorized copies of copyrighted music and video
A valid ______ or address, is required in the address bar of your browser to connect to a web page
URL
If you are using e-mail without installing an email client on your computer then you are using _____ email
Web based
Web 3.0
applications that automatically prepare personalized content
A(n) _____ is a file that is sent along with an e-mail message
attachment
A ___ publishers long stories rather than short sentences that only take a few seconds to write
blog
Some businesses and newspapers ____ as a quick publishing method
blogs
Examples of Internet communications
blogs, e-mail, social networking, messaging
Message
body text
HTML formatting instructions are interpreted by the ______
browser
_____ software provides an uncomplicated interface to the internet and the Web
browser
Corporations and end users who want to access data, programs and storage from anywhere that there is an Internet connection should use ____.
cloud computing
______ frees users from owning, maintaining and storing software and data
cloud computing
Basic categories of Facebook users
communities, individuals, businesses
wallet.google.com payments.amazon.com www.serve.com www.paypal.com These are all examples of ____ providers
digital cash
Basic payment options for e-commerce
digital cash, credit card
Before a podcast can be run, the media files must be
downloaded
Web 2.0
dynamic content creation and social interaction
_______is the general term to describe the buying and selling of goods on the Interent
e-commerce
A special program called a(n)_____ must be installed on your computer to use a client-based email account
e-mail client
Top Level Domain
edu or com or org
Electronic mail is most commonly called
[email protected] is an example of a(n) _______ address
Clients
end users who want access to data, programs and storage
Using ____ utility software, you can copy files to your computer from specially configured servers
file transfer
Examples of web utilities are
file transfer utilities, filters, internet security suites, and plug ins
A parent or organization would use this to block web sites and set time limits
filter
This can be used to monitor Internet Use and generate reports detailing total time spent on the internet and time spent on individual web sites.
filter
Protocol
http or https
On the web, a _____ connects documents or pages to each other
hyperlink
some of the disadvantages of e-commerce
inability to deliver goods immediately, inability to try on apparel, skepticism about security of online payments
Direct, live communication with people online is called _____ messaging
instant
_____ allows people to contact each other via direct, live communication
instant messaging
____ control spam, protect against computer viruses, and provide filters
internet security suites
To use a search engine to locate specific information, it is best to enter a ______ or phase reflecting the information you want
keyword
Web 1.0
linking existing information
____ is an example of a browser
microsoft edge
A(n) _____ browser is different than a web browser because it is designed to fit on the small screen of a portable device
mobile
Elements of a Facebook profile
other personal information, photos, contact information and personal interests.
Facebook ____ are used by businesses to promote products and services
pages
www.adobe.com www.adobeflash.com www.apple.com www.service.real.com www.silverlight.net These are examples of ____, which automatically start and operate with your browser.
plug-ins
Header
includes addresses, subject and attachments
Two basic types of e-mail systems
Client-based and web-based
This type of e-commerce is an electronic version of the classified ads or an auction
Consumer to consumer
Search services maintain _____ relating to information provided on the Web
Databases
____ allows you to efficiently copy files to and from your computer across the Internet, and is frequently used for uploading changes to a Web site hosted by an ISP
FTP
____ was initially launched by a student at Harvard university for college students in 2004
To use cloud computing you must own your own copies of basic application software
False, Cloud computing frees users from owning, maintaining, and storing software and data
Information you find on Web sites is subjected to strict guidelines to ensure accuracy
False- Anyone can publish anything on the web
Social networking sites
Google+, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Search engines
Google, Yahoo, DuckDuckGo, Bing
B2B
A furniture manufacturer orders raw materials such as wood, paint, and varnish
B2C
A manufacturer sells a product directly to a consumer
C2C
An individual sells some antiques on Ebay
Examples of the file transfer utilities
BitTorrent, Web-based file transfer service, FTP
A personal web site with postings that are time-stamped and arranged with the newest item first are
Blog
Once connected to a Web site, the ____ interprets the HTML formatting instructions and displays the Web page
Browser
Things you need to access the Internet and the Web
Browser and Internet Service Provider
This type of e-commerce eliminates the wholesaler by allowing manufacturers to sell directly to customers
Business to consumer
Terms associated with special programming on web pages
JavaScript, Cascading Style Sheets, Applets and AJAX
Popular internet security suites
McAfee Internet Security, Symantec Internet Security
A variation of SMS, known as ______ service allows text messages to include images, video and sound
Multimedia messaging
___ are programs that are automatically started and operate as a part of your browser
Plug-ins
Examples of browser plugins
Quicktime, flash player, windows media player, and acrobat reader
_____ is an online encyclopedia written and edited by anyone who wants to contribute
Wikipedia
____ is a blogging tool
Wordpress
