Q11. What is the purpose of a web browser?
a) To manage email accounts
b) To browse and view websites
c) To create and edit documents
d) To control network settings
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Correct Answer: b) To browse and view websites
Explanation: A web browser is designed to browse and view websites on the Internet, allowing users to access, navigate, and interact with online content.
Q12. What does the acronym HTTP stand for?
a) Hypertext Transfer Protocol
b) Hyper Transfer Text Protocol
c) High Transfer Text Protocol
d) Hyperlink Transfer Protocol
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Correct Answer: a) Hypertext Transfer Protocol
Explanation: HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which is the protocol used for transferring web pages and other resources over the Internet.
Q13. What is a common feature of most web browsers?
a) File management
b) Email client
c) Bookmarking and tabbed browsing
d) Network configuration
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Correct Answer: c) Bookmarking and tabbed browsing
Explanation: Most web browsers feature bookmarking to save favorite sites and tabbed browsing to open multiple web pages in a single window for easier navigation.
Q14. How does a Local Area Network (LAN) differ from a Wide Area Network (WAN)?
a) LAN covers a larger geographic area than WAN
b) WAN connects computers within a single building
c) LAN is used for long-distance communication
d) WAN covers a broader geographic area and connects multiple LANs
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Correct Answer: d) WAN covers a broader geographic area and connects multiple LANs
Explanation: A WAN covers a larger geographic area than a LAN and is used to connect multiple LANs across cities or countries, facilitating long-distance communication.
Q15. What is the primary function of an ISP?
a) To design websites
b) To provide access to the Internet
c) To create software applications
d) To manage computer hardware
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Correct Answer: b) To provide access to the Internet
Explanation: The primary function of an ISP is to provide Internet access to individuals and organizations, offering the connectivity needed to access online resources and services.
Q16. Which of the following is an example of a popular search engine?
a) Microsoft Word
b) Google
c) Photoshop
d) Excel
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Correct Answer: b) Google
Explanation: Google is a widely used search engine that indexes web pages and allows users to search for information, images, and other resources on the Internet.
Q17. How can you connect to the Internet using a hotspot?
a) By connecting to a wireless network provided by a hotspot device
b) By using a USB cable
c) By connecting directly to a modem
d) By using a LAN cable
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Correct Answer: a) By connecting to a wireless network provided by a hotspot device
Explanation: A hotspot provides a wireless network connection to the Internet, allowing devices to connect to it without the need for physical cables.
Q18. What does a URL typically consist of?
a) Protocol, domain name, and file path
b) Email address, server name, and port number
c) IP address, subnet mask, and gateway
d) Protocol, MAC address, and port number
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Correct Answer: a) Protocol, domain name, and file path
Explanation: A URL consists of the protocol (e.g., HTTP), domain name (e.g., www.example.com), and file path (e.g., /index.html), which together specify the location of a web resource.
Q19. What is the purpose of the ‘Save As’ function in web browsers?
a) To save the current web page to a local file
b) To open a new web page
c) To print the web page
d) To clear browser history
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Correct Answer: a) To save the current web page to a local file
Explanation: The ‘Save As’ function allows you to save the current web page as a file on your local computer, enabling offline access to the page content.
Q20. Which mode of Internet connection uses a cellular network?
a) Wi-Fi
b) Broadband
c) Hotspot
d) LAN Cable
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Correct Answer: c) Hotspot
Explanation: A hotspot typically uses a cellular network to provide Internet access to devices, creating a wireless network that connects through mobile data.