Computer Knowledge

Internet and Web

1,557 Questions

The Internet and Web encompass global networks, web portals, browsers, and online communication tools. This hub provides questions on basic internet concepts, email structures, and web terminology. Strong knowledge here is vital for scoring well in computer awareness sections.

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Internet and Web Questions

Multiple choice

What is the main purpose of a web browser?

  1. To display web pages

  2. To send and receive emails

  3. To store files

  4. To run software applications
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A web browser's primary function is to retrieve and display web pages from the internet.

Multiple choice

What is the purpose of a search engine?

  1. To find information on the World Wide Web

  2. To store information on the World Wide Web

  3. To display information on the World Wide Web

  4. To create information on the World Wide Web
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A search engine is a tool that helps users find information on the World Wide Web by searching through a vast collection of web pages.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular search engine in the world?

  1. Google

  2. Bing

  3. Yahoo

  4. DuckDuckGo
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Google is the most popular search engine in the world, with a market share of over 90%.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular web portal in the world?

  1. Yahoo

  2. MSN

  3. AOL

  4. Google
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Explanation

Yahoo is the most popular web portal in the world, with a market share of over 50%.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of online language:

  1. Slang

  2. Emojis

  3. Acronyms

  4. Formal language
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Formal language is typically used in academic and professional settings, while slang, emojis, and acronyms are more commonly used in informal online communication.

Multiple choice

What was the first web browser?

  1. Mosaic

  2. Netscape Navigator

  3. Internet Explorer

  4. World Wide Web
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Explanation

Mosaic, developed by Marc Andreessen and Eric Bina in 1993, was the first graphical web browser, making the internet more accessible to the general public.

Multiple choice

What was the first search engine?

  1. Archie

  2. Gopher

  3. WAIS

  4. Lycos
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Explanation

Archie, developed in 1990, was the first search engine that allowed users to search for files on FTP servers.

Multiple choice

What was the first e-commerce website?

  1. Amazon

  2. eBay

  3. PayPal

  4. Shopify
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Explanation

Amazon, founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994, was the first e-commerce website that allowed users to buy and sell products online.

Multiple choice

What was the first video-sharing website?

  1. YouTube

  2. Vimeo

  3. Dailymotion

  4. Metacafe
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Explanation

YouTube, founded in 2005, was the first video-sharing website that allowed users to upload, share, and view videos.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular limerick website?

  1. Limerick Database

  2. Limerick Central

  3. Limerick World

  4. Limerick Land
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The most popular limerick website is Limerick Database, which contains over 100,000 limericks.

Multiple choice

What are some of the best photography website builders?

  1. WordPress

  2. Squarespace

  3. Wix

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Some of the best photography website builders include WordPress, Squarespace, and Wix.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first web browser?

  1. Mosaic

  2. Netscape Navigator

  3. Internet Explorer

  4. Google Chrome
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mosaic was the first web browser, as it was the first graphical browser that allowed users to view and navigate the World Wide Web.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular online platform for sharing and accessing historical documents, images, and videos?

  1. Google Scholar

  2. Wikipedia

  3. Internet Archive

  4. JSTOR
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Internet Archive is a non-profit organization that provides free access to a vast collection of digitalized books, movies, music, and other cultural artifacts.

Multiple choice

What is the primary function of a web browser?

  1. To send emails

  2. To create documents

  3. To play games

  4. To access and display websites
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A web browser is a software application that allows users to access and display websites on the internet.

Multiple choice

Which website provides comprehensive listings of Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, including show information, cast and crew, and ticket availability?

  1. Playbill

  2. The Broadway League

  3. TheatreMania

  4. BroadwayWorld
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

TheatreMania is a popular website for finding information on Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.