E-commerce Basics
What does “e-commerce” mean?
Buying and selling goods or services online.
What was ARPANET?
The first computer network created by the U.S. Department of Defense.
What does ISP mean?
Internet Service Provider.
Give one example of a wireless connection.
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G, 5G, etc.
What is WordPress used for?
Creating and managing websites and blogs.
Give one example of a B2C e-commerce company.
Amazon, Zara online, etc.
What does TCP/IP stand for?
Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol.
What device connects your home network to the internet?
A router.
What is the main disadvantage of wireless networks?
They are less secure and can have interference.
What’s the main difference between a page and a post?
Pages are static; posts are dynamic and dated.
Name one advantage and one challenge of e-commerce.
Advantage: convenience; Challenge: trust/security.
Who invented the World Wide Web?
Tim Berners-Lee at CERN in 1989.
What is an intranet?
A private network inside an organization.
What is the main advantage of wired connections?
They are faster and more stable.
Give one example of a static page.
“About Us”, “Contact”, “Privacy Policy”, etc.
What is usually the last step before an online purchase is confirmed?
The checkout or payment process.
What is the main function of DNS?
Translating domain names into IP addresses.
What is an extranet?
A secure extension of the intranet for external users.
Why is ADSL “asymmetric”?
Because download speed is higher than upload speed.
How are posts organized in WordPress?
By categories and tags.
Why is product description important in e-commerce?
It helps customers make informed decisions and increases trust.
Which protocol is used for sending emails?
SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol).
What is the function of a VPN?
It creates an encrypted tunnel for secure remote access.
Name one reason why dial-up internet became obsolete.
It was too slow and couldn’t send voice and data at the same time.
Why is WordPress useful for small businesses?
It’s easy to use and doesn’t require programming skills.