Answer Key
Answer Key
What organization oversees domain name policies and ensures domain name system
security and stability?
a) ICANN
b) IANA
c) W3C
d) IEEE
Answer: a) ICANN
2. What is the top-level domain used for United States based websites?
a) .net
b) .ca
c) .us
d) .com
Answer: c) .us
5. What is the approximate length of time a purchased domain name can be renewed for?
a) 1 year
b) 5 years
c) 10 years
d) No limit, can be renewed indefinitely
Answer: d) No limit, can be renewed indefinitely
6. What protocol allows you to access and manage files for a website hosted on a web server?
a) SMTP
b) SSH
c) FTP
d) HTML
Answer: c) FTP
9. What does CDN stand for?
a) Content Display Network
b) Content Delivery Network
c) Content DNS Node
d) Content Developer Node
Answer: b) Content Delivery Network
10. When registering a domain name, what does the grace period refer to?
a) The time domain transfers take to propagate
b) The free trial period included with domain registration
c) The time period after expiry where the domain can still be renewed by the owner
d) The ICANN mandated waiting period between registering domains
Answer: c) The time period after expiry where the domain can still be renewed by the owner
11. What is the main benefit of a dedicated IP Address for web hosting?
a) Faster page load speeds
b) Enhanced security
c) Better SEO
d) Allows for dedicated SSL certificates
Answer: d) Allows for dedicated SSL certificates
13. Which of these is recommended when changing the DNS servers for a domain?
a) Change all old records to the new servers at once
b) Use a low TTL for records before changing DNS servers
c) First transfer the domain to a new registrar
d) Create duplicate A records on the new and old servers
Answer: b) Use a low TTL for records before changing DNS servers
14. What does it mean for a web host to offer 99.9% uptime SLA?
a) All downtime is limited to 0.1% per year
b) The servers are from the year 1999
c) Customer support is staffed 99.9% of the time
d) Page load speeds will be 99.9 Mbps
Answer: a) All downtime is limited to 0.1% per year
16. What is the main difference between Git and FTP?
a) Git is used to manage source code while FTP transfers files
b) Git is an open source tool while FTP is proprietary
c) Git offers more security while FTP is faster
d) Git uses SSH while FTP uses HTTP
Answer: a) Git is used to manage source code while FTP transfers files
17. What is the minimum length requirement for registering a .com domain name?
a) 1 character
b) 8 characters
c) 10 characters
d) No minimum limit
Answer: a) 1 character
20. What is one reason domain names eventually expire and become available for new
registration?
a) ICANN regularly clears old domain registrations
b) Domains have a mandatory expiration period
c) The registrant stops paying the renewal fees
d) New gTLDs replace the old domain extensions
Answer: c) The registrant stops paying the renewal fees
1. What is the organization that manages the domain name system root zone and top-level
domains like .com and .org?
Answer: ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers)
3. What is the term for transferring a domain name from one registrar to another without
changing the ownership?
Answer: Domain transfer
4. What is the component of a web hosting plan that refers to how much data transfer is allowed
per month?
Answer: Bandwidth
6. What is the registrar function that allows domain owners to change DNS hosting to custom
servers?
Answer: DNS delegation
11. What is the protocol that allows secure file transfers to web servers for uploading website
files and scripts?
Answer: SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol)
12. What is the entity that handles administrative tasks like zone file updates for a TLD?
Answer: Registry
18. What is the web based management software used to manage hosting account features?
Answer: Control panel
19. What is the global infrastructure network deployed by CDNs like Cloudflare?
Answer: Edge servers
**Domain Names**
1. Which part of the domain name (https://www.example.com) represents the top-level domain
(TLD)?
* a) www
* b) example
* c) com
* d) None of the above
3. You want a domain name with the ".edu" extension. What type of organization are you likely
associated with?
* a) Commercial business
* b) Educational institution
* c) Government agency
* d) Non-profit organization
4. Which of the following is considered a good practice when choosing a domain name?
* a) Making it long and complex to be unique
* b) Including hyphens and numbers
* c) Using a misspelling of a popular brand name
* d) Keeping it short, memorable, and relevant to your website
**Registrars**
6. Which of the following factors should you consider when choosing a domain registrar?
* a) Price and renewal fees
* b) Reputation and customer support
* c) Additional services offered (e.g., email, privacy protection)
* d) All of the above
7. You purchased a domain name a year ago, and now it's time to renew it. What happens if
you forget to renew your domain?
* a) It automatically renews for another year
* b) It becomes immediately available for anyone else to register
* c) There may be a grace period, but it could eventually expire or be put up for auction
* d) Nothing happens; you own the domain indefinitely
**Server Hosting**
9. Which type of hosting gives you the most control over your server environment?
* a) Shared hosting
* b) Cloud hosting
* c) VPS (Virtual Private Server) hosting
* d) Dedicated hosting
10. Which of the following factors determine your website hosting needs?
* a) Expected website traffic
* b) Type of website (e.g., blog, e-commerce store)
* c) Technical expertise
* d) All of the above
**...Let me know when you're ready for the next 10 multiple choice questions!**
**Answer Key:**
1 (c), 2 (a), 3 (b), 4 (d), 5 (b), 6 (d), 7 (c), 8 (b), 9 (d), 10 (d)
**Domain Names**
11. What does ICANN stand for, and what role does it play?
* a) International Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers; manages the global Domain
Name System
* b) Internet Content and Naming Network; regulates online content
* c) International Commerce Association for Network Names; sets pricing for domain names
* d) Internet Configuration and Access Node Network; controls internet infrastructure
13. You see a domain name with the extension ".io". This likely indicates the site is related to:
* a) Input/Output technology
* b) An educational institution in Iowa
* c) The British Indian Ocean Territory
* d) An Italian organization
**Registrars**
**Server Hosting**
16. What is the primary advantage of cloud hosting compared to traditional hosting solutions?
* a) Increased security
* b) Scalability and flexibility
* c) Lower costs
* d) Increased control over the physical server
20. What does the abbreviation 'SSD' stand for in the context of web hosting?
* a) Super Speed Drive
* b) Secure Site Database
* c) Static Site Delivery
* d) Solid State Drive
**Answer Key:**
11 (a), 12 (a), 13 (c), 14 (a), 15 (b), 16 (b), 17 (c), 18 (c), 19 (a), 20 (d)
**Domain Names**
1. What is the term for the unique numerical address that corresponds to every website on the
internet?
2. What is the part of a domain name that comes before the top-level domain (e.g., the "google"
in "[invalid URL removed]")?
**Registrars**
7. What information is typically displayed when you perform a WHOIS lookup on a domain
name?
10. What is the process called when you move your domain registration from one registrar to
another?
**Server Hosting**
12. What is the difference between an operating system like Windows and Linux in the context
of web hosting?
13. What is a control panel, and what is its purpose in web hosting?
14. What does the acronym "FTP" stand for, and how is it used for websites?
15. Name two important factors to consider when choosing a web hosting provider.
16. What does the term "scalability" mean in the context of web hosting?
19. What is the role of SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) in website hosting?
**Domain Names**
**Registrars**
6. (Many possible answers) Examples include: GoDaddy, Namecheap, Domain.com, Google
Domains, Network Solutions
7. Domain registrant contact information, creation and expiration dates, nameservers
8. "Who Is" - referring to the searchable database of domain name information
9. To protect their personal contact information from being publicly listed and reduce
spam/harassment
10. Domain transfer
**Server Hosting**
11. Shared hosting, VPS (Virtual Private Server) hosting, Dedicated hosting
12. They are different operating systems that can be used on web servers; Linux is open-source
and generally less expensive, while Windows is proprietary and often used for specific
applications.
13. A web-based interface that allows users to manage various aspects of their website hosting
account (files, email, databases, etc.)
14. File Transfer Protocol; used to transfer files between a computer and a web server
15. (Many possible answers) Examples include: Uptime, bandwidth, storage, customer support,
features, price
16. The ability to easily increase or decrease server resources to match changes in website
traffic
17. (Many possible answers) Examples include: Server maintenance, hardware failures,
software errors, security attacks
18. To recover a website in case of data loss or corruption
19. To encrypt traffic between a website and visitors' browsers for enhanced security
20. A structured collection of data used to store, organize, and retrieve website content (e.g.,
blog posts, products, user information)
1. **FALSE** - Domain names can end in various top-level domains (TLDs) like .org, .net, .edu,
and many others.
2. **FALSE** - Domain names are registered for specific periods, usually one to ten years, and
need to be renewed.
3. **TRUE** - Many domain registrars offer bundled services for convenience.
4. **FALSE** - DNS servers translate human-readable domain names into IP addresses.
5. **TRUE** - This is the concept behind shared hosting.
6. **FALSE** - Cloud hosting can be very cost-effective due to its pay-as-you-go scalability.
Dedicated hosting tends to be the most expensive.
7. **TRUE** - Some technical knowledge is beneficial for managing VPS or dedicated servers,
as you have more control but also more responsibility.
8. **FALSE** - While preventable in many cases, unexpected events (hardware failures,
security breaches) can cause website downtime.
9. **TRUE** - It's wise to have your own backups, as you have more control and can restore
your website faster if needed.
10. **FALSE** - SSL certificates are important for all websites, as they encrypt data and build
trust with visitors, even if a site doesn't handle payments directly.
1. What is the primary function of a domain name?
a) To provide a unique IP address
b) To identify a specific website
c) To host a website
d) To connect to a server
2. What is the difference between a domain name and a URL?
a) A domain name is a subdomain of a URL
b) A domain name is a top-level domain of a URL
c) A domain name is a separate entity from a URL
d) A domain name is a part of a URL
3. What is the purpose of DNS propagation?
a) To update DNS records for a domain name
b) To transfer a domain name to a new registrar
c) To renew a domain name
d) To host a website on a server
4. What is the difference between a primary and secondary DNS server?
a) The primary DNS server is responsible for updating DNS records, while the secondary DNS
server is responsible for hosting a website
b) The primary DNS server is responsible for hosting a website, while the secondary DNS
server is responsible for updating DNS records
c) The primary DNS server is responsible for authoritative answers, while the secondary DNS
server is responsible for caching DNS records
d) The primary DNS server is responsible for caching DNS records, while the secondary DNS
server is responsible for authoritative answers
5. What is the difference between a domain registrar and a web host?
a) A domain registrar sells domain names, while a web host sells web hosting services
b) A domain registrar sells web hosting services, while a web host sells domain names
c) A domain registrar and a web host are the same thing
d) A domain registrar and a web host are not related
6. What is the purpose of a WHOIS record?
a) To provide contact information for a domain name's owner
b) To provide technical information about a domain name's DNS settings
c) To provide information about a domain name's expiration date
d) To provide information about a domain name's history
7. What is the difference between a nameserver and a DNS record?
a) A nameserver is responsible for hosting a website, while a DNS record is responsible for
updating DNS records
b) A nameserver is responsible for updating DNS records, while a DNS record is responsible for
hosting a website
c) A nameserver is responsible for authoritative answers, while a DNS record is responsible for
caching DNS records
d) A nameserver and a DNS record are the same thing
8. What is the purpose of a domain name transfer?
a) To transfer a domain name to a new owner
b) To transfer a domain name to a new registrar
c) To renew a domain name
d) To host a website on a server
9. What is the difference between a top-level domain (TLD) and a country code top-level domain
(ccTLD)?
a) A TLD is a generic domain, while a ccTLD is a country-specific domain
b) A TLD is a country-specific domain, while a ccTLD is a generic domain
c) A TLD and a ccTLD are the same thing
d) A TLD and a ccTLD are not related
10. What is the purpose of a domain privacy service?
a) To protect a domain name's owner's personal information
b) To protect a domain name from being transferred
c) To protect a domain name from being renewed
d) To protect a domain name from being hosted
11. What is the difference between a dedicated IP address and a shared IP address?
a) A dedicated IP address is used by a single website, while a shared IP address is used by
multiple websites
b) A dedicated IP address is used by multiple websites, while a shared IP address is used by a
single website
c) A dedicated IP address and a shared IP address are the same thing
d) A dedicated IP address and a shared IP address are not related
12. What is the purpose of a content delivery network (CDN)?
a) To improve website performance by caching and delivering content from multiple servers
b) To improve website performance by hosting a website on a single server
c) To improve website performance by updating DNS records
d) To improve website performance by transferring a domain name
13. What is the difference between a virtual private server (VPS) and a dedicated server?
a) A VPS is a virtualized environment on a single physical server, while a dedicated server is a
physical server dedicated to a single customer
b) A VPS is a physical server dedicated to a single customer, while a dedicated server is a
virtualized environment on a single physical server
c) A VPS and a dedicated server are the same thing
d) A VPS and a dedicated server are not related
14. What is the purpose of a control panel for web hosting?
a) To manage website files, databases, and email accounts
b) To manage DNS records and domain name settings
c) To manage server hardware and software
d) To manage website traffic and analytics
15. What is the difference between a managed and unmanaged web hosting service?
a) A managed web hosting service includes technical support and maintenance, while an
unmanaged web hosting service requires the customer to manage the server themselves
b) A managed web hosting service requires the customer to manage the server themselves,
while an unmanaged web hosting service includes technical support and maintenance
c) A managed web hosting service and an unmanaged web hosting service are the same thing
d) A managed web hosting service and an unmanaged web hosting service are not related
16. What is the purpose of a database for a website?
a) To store and manage website content and data
b) To manage DNS records and domain name settings
c) To manage server hardware and software
d) To manage website traffic and analytics
17. What is the difference between a file transfer protocol (FTP) and a secure file transfer
protocol (SFTP)?
a) FTP is used for transferring files over the internet, while SFTP is used for transferring files
over a secure connection
b) FTP is used for transferring files over a secure connection, while SFTP is used for
transferring files over the internet
c) FTP and SFTP are the same thing
d) FTP and SFTP are not related
18. What is the purpose of a website backup?
a) To restore a website to a previous state in case of data loss or corruption
b) To transfer a website to a new server
c) To update website content and data
d) To protect a website from cyber attacks
19. What is the difference between a domain name and a website?
a) A domain name is a unique identifier for a website, while a website is the actual content and
functionality of a website
b) A domain name is the actual content and functionality of a website, while a website is a
unique identifier for a website
c) A domain name and a website are the same thing
d) A domain name and a website are not related
20. What is the purpose of a website migration?
a) To transfer a website to a new server or hosting provider
b) To transfer a domain name to a new registrar
c) To renew a domain name
d) To update website content and data
Answer Key:
Answer Key:
1. DNS propagation is the process of updating DNS records across the internet so that changes
to a domain name's DNS settings take effect. It is important because it ensures that visitors can
access the correct website or server associated with a domain name.
2. A primary DNS server is responsible for authoritative answers, while a secondary DNS server
is responsible for caching DNS records.
3. A WHOIS record is a public database that contains contact information for a domain name's
owner, such as their name, address, and email address.
4. A nameserver is a server that translates domain names into IP addresses. It is responsible for
resolving DNS queries and returning the appropriate IP address for a domain name.
5. A top-level domain (TLD) is the last part of a domain name, such as .com, .org, or .net.
6. A country code top-level domain (ccTLD) is a TLD that is specific to a country or territory,
such as .us for the United States or .uk for the United Kingdom.
7. A domain registrar is a company that sells domain names and provides services related to
domain name registration, such as DNS management and domain privacy.
8. A domain privacy service hides a domain name's WHOIS record from the public by providing
generic contact information instead of the domain owner's personal information.
9. A dedicated IP address is an IP address that is assigned to a single website or server, while a
shared IP address is shared by multiple websites or servers.
10. A content delivery network (CDN) is a distributed network of servers that delivers content to
users based on their geographic location. It improves website performance by caching and
delivering content from multiple servers.
11. A virtual private server (VPS) is a virtualized environment on a single physical server, while a
dedicated server is a physical server dedicated to a single customer.
12. A control panel for web hosting is a web-based interface that allows users to manage their
website files, databases, and email accounts. Examples include cPanel, Plesk, and
DirectAdmin.
13. A managed web hosting service includes technical support and maintenance, while an
unmanaged web hosting service requires the customer to manage the server themselves.
14. A database for a website is a software application that stores and manages website content
and data. Examples include MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
15. A file transfer protocol (FTP) is a protocol for transferring files over the internet. It is used to
upload and download files between a local computer and a server.
16. A secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) is a secure version of FTP that encrypts data during
transmission. It is used to transfer files securely over the internet.
17. A website backup is a copy of a website's files, databases, and other data that can be used
to restore the website in case of data loss or corruption.
18. A website migration is the process of transferring a website to a new server or hosting
provider.
19. A domain name is a unique identifier for a website, while a website is the actual content and
functionality of a website.
20. A website migration is necessary when transferring a website to a new server or hosting
provider, or when upgrading or downgrading web hosting services. It is also necessary when
changing domain names or rebranding a website.
1. A domain registrar and a web host are the same thing. (False)
2. A domain name can contain up to 63 characters. (True)
3. A domain privacy service can protect a domain name owner's personal information from
being publicly accessible. (True)
4. A dedicated IP address is shared by multiple websites or servers. (False)
5. A content delivery network (CDN) can improve website performance by caching and
delivering content from multiple servers. (True)
6. A virtual private server (VPS) is a physical server dedicated to a single customer. (False)
7. A managed web hosting service includes technical support and maintenance. (True)
8. A database for a website is a software application that stores and manages website content
and data. (True)
9. A file transfer protocol (FTP) is a protocol for transferring files over the internet. (True)
10. A secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) is a secure version of FTP that encrypts data during
transmission. (True)
Answer Key:
1. False - A domain registrar is a company that sells domain names and provides services
related to domain name registration, while a web host is a company that provides services for
hosting websites on servers.
2. True - A domain name can contain up to 63 characters, not including the .com, .org, or other
TLD.
3. True - A domain privacy service can protect a domain name owner's personal information
from being publicly accessible by providing generic contact information instead of the domain
owner's personal information.
4. False - A dedicated IP address is an IP address that is assigned to a single website or server,
while a shared IP address is shared by multiple websites or servers.
5. True - A content delivery network (CDN) can improve website performance by caching and
delivering content from multiple servers based on the user's geographic location.
6. False - A virtual private server (VPS) is a virtualized environment on a single physical server,
while a dedicated server is a physical server dedicated to a single customer.
7. True - A managed web hosting service includes technical support and maintenance, while an
unmanaged web hosting service requires the customer to manage the server themselves.
8. True - A database for a website is a software application that stores and manages website
content and data, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
9. True - A file transfer protocol (FTP) is a protocol for transferring files over the internet, while a
secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) is a secure version of FTP that encrypts data during
transmission.
10. True - A secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) is a secure version of FTP that encrypts data
during transmission, providing an additional layer of security compared to FTP.