Web vs. Internet
What is the Internet?
A global network of connected computers
What does an ISP provide?
Internet access
What is a webpage?
A formatted online document.
What does a hyperlink do?
Takes you to another page on the internet.
What does a URL identify?
A webpage’s location online.
What is the web?
A service of websites on the Internet.
What is net neutrality?
Equal access to all websites.
What is a static webpage?
One that always shows the same content.
What is a browser?
An app used to view webpages.
What is an IP address?
A unique number for a computer device.
Are the web and Internet the same thing?
No, the web is only one service.
What organization regulates Internet access rules?
The FCC.
What is a dynamic webpage?
One that changes each visit.
What does navigate mean online?
Moving from page to page.
What does HTTP stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
What early network helped create today’s Internet?
ARPANET
Who sets technical Internet standards?
The IETF.
What is a web server?
A computer that delivers webpages.
What is a cache?
Stored data that speeds up loading.
What does a DNS server do?
Matches domain names to IPs.
What does a host do on a network?
Provides services and connections.
Who publishes standards for building webpages?
The W3C.
Why do designers use RWD?
To fit websites on different devices.
What is the purpose of a favorite?
Quick access to preferred sites.
What is a hot spot used for?
Mobile Internet connection access.