Chap 12 Inuciton to Internet

UNIT III

Chapter 12

INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET

Tick the correct option

a.      a. Which of the following is the first page of any website?

i. Web page                                                                    ii. Home page

iii. Hyperlink                                                                 iv. None of these 

b.     b.  Which of the following is not a part of an e-mail

      i   Out box                                                                               ii. Inbox

      iii. Reply                                                                                  iv none of these

 

c.    c.   Which of the following is needed to get information from the world wide web

i.      Computer                                                              ii. Browser

iii.    Internet connection                                               iv. All of the above

d. What is the internet?

           i. Phone connections                                                    ii. Collection of computer networks

          ii. Network of computer in an office                            iv. None of the above

    e. what do you type in the “To” field?

i. The topic of the e-mail                                                          

ii. The main message of the e-mail

ii.  e-mail address of the person to whom you want send a copy of the e-mail

iv. e-mail addresse to the person you are sending the mail to

Short Answer Type Questions.

1.      1. What is a web page? 

        Ans. A web page is a single document, generally written in HTML that can be viewed in a web  browser and is identified by a unique URL. It can be part of a larger website, and contains content like text, images, videos, and hyperlinks. 

2.      2.What do you mean by wireless?

Ans. It means a system of communication that sends and receives signals by radio and microwave signal instead of using wired medium.

3.    3.  Explain the utility of ‘Cc’ in an e-mail.

Ans. The utility of "CC" (Carbon Copy) in an email is to send a copy of email to the recipients who need to be informed but are not the primary audience and do not need to take direct action.

4.      Name some of the websites that offer the facility of email, free of cost. 

Ans. Popular websites that offer free email services include Gmail, Yahoo Mail, and Outlook.com. Other well-known options are AOL Mail, Proton Mail, Zoho Mail, iCloud Mail, and Mail.com.

 

5.      5. What do you mean by composing an e-mail?

Ans. Composing an email means creating and writing a new, original message. Composing involves writing the subject line, the body of the message, and adding recipients before sending it.

Long Answer Type Questions

1.     1.  Discuss a few examples of the tasks that can be done easily from home while using the internet, nowadays.

Ans. Many tasks, from managing finances and shopping to staying connected and learning, can be done easily from home using the internet. Examples include online banking, paying bills, and managing accounts, as well as shopping for groceries or clothes. People can also work remotely, communicate with others via video calls, and access a wealth of information and entertainment through streaming services or online learning platforms

2.     2.  Discuss the impact of the Internet on communication.

Ans. The internet has fundamentally transformed communication, changing its speed, format, and reach. It has removed barriers of geography and time, allowing for instant, worldwide connection through tools like email, social media, and video conferencing. While offering immense benefits, the internet also introduces new challenges, from the erosion of face-to-face interaction to the proliferation of misinformation.

3.     3.  What is an e-mail?

Ans. An e-mail, or electronic mail, is a method of sending and receiving digital messages over a computer network. It is the modern, electronic equivalent of a letter, providing a fast and cost-effective way to communicate with individuals or groups worldwide. It has many key components such as Sender, Recipient, Subject Line, Body, Attachment and Signature.

4.     4.  Discuss a few safety tips to use e-mail safely.

Ans. The following are a few safety tips to use e-mail safely.

Strengthen the password and authentication: We must create strong and unique passwords using letters, numbers and special characters. Never share the password with anyone.

Identify and avoid phishing scams: Be cautious of urgent or suspicious emails such as pharming and spam emails. Never click any link from any unknown senders.  

Handle attachments and sensitive information with care: Don't open unexpected attachments and avoid sending sensitive information via email. Always encrypt confidential documents.

Practice safe browsing and software maintenance: Use anti-virus software: Install and regularly update trusted anti-virus software on your computer to scan all email attachments for malware before they can infect your system.

5.      5. Name the two main parts of an e-mail address with the help of one example.

Ans. An e-mail address has two main parts separated by the "@" symbol.

Username: The part that comes before the "@" symbol. It is the unique name chosen by the user to identify their specific mailbox on the e-mail server.

Domain Name: The part that comes after the "@" symbol. It identifies the mail server that hosts the user's e-mail account.

In the e-mail address xyz@abc.com:

Username is xyz.

Domain Name is abc.com.