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The document provides a comprehensive overview of web technology and design, covering key concepts such as the Internet, networks, web servers, and various protocols like HTTP and FTP. It also discusses web development languages, the differences between static and dynamic websites, and the role of multimedia in web design. Additionally, it highlights the advantages and disadvantages of the Internet, along with common web development frameworks.

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CSC028: Web Technology and Design - 100 Questions and Answers

1. What is the Internet?


The Internet is a global network of interconnected computers that use standardized
communication protocols to exchange data.

2. What is a network?
A network is a group of interconnected devices that share data and resources.

3. What are the main components of a network?


Routers, switches, servers, clients, and transmission media like cables or wireless
connections.

4. How does TCP/IP help in data transmission?


TCP ensures reliable delivery by dividing data into packets, while IP handles addressing and
routing.

5. What is an IP address?
An IP address is a unique identifier assigned to devices on a network for communication.

6. What was ARPANET?


ARPANET was the first network that led to the development of the modern Internet, created
in 1969.

7. What is the function of a router?


A router directs data packets between different networks, ensuring efficient data transfer.

8. What is the World Wide Web (WWW)?


The WWW is a collection of web pages accessible via the Internet using browsers.
9. What are web browsers?
Web browsers are software applications used to access and display web pages, e.g., Chrome,
Firefox.

10. What is a web server?


A web server is a computer that stores and delivers web content to users upon request.

11. What is the difference between the Internet and the WWW?
The Internet is a global network of computers, while the WWW is a service that runs on the
Internet, using web pages and links.

12. What are the main uses of the Internet?


Communication, research, e-commerce, entertainment, social networking, and remote work.

13. What are search engines?


Search engines are web services that help users find information on the Internet, e.g.,
Google, Bing.

14. What is the function of HTTP?


HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) is used for transmitting web pages between browsers
and servers.

15. What is HTTPS?


HTTPS is a secure version of HTTP that encrypts data to protect user privacy.

16. What is FTP?


FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used to transfer files between computers over the Internet.

17. What is SMTP?


SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is used for sending emails over the Internet.
18. What is Telnet used for?
Telnet allows remote access to another computer over a network.

19. What is VoIP?


VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) enables voice communication over the Internet, e.g.,
Skype, Zoom.

20. What is video conferencing?


Video conferencing is a communication method that allows users to interact via video and
audio over the Internet.

21. What is email?


Email is an electronic messaging system used for communication over the Internet.

22. What is e-commerce?


E-commerce is the buying and selling of goods and services over the Internet.

23. What is an IP packet?


An IP packet is a formatted unit of data carried over the Internet or any network.

24. What are the main advantages of the Internet?


Access to information, communication, business opportunities, entertainment, and
education.

25. What are the disadvantages of the Internet?


Cybersecurity threats, privacy issues, addiction, misinformation, and online fraud.

26. What is a web client?


A web client is a software application that interacts with web servers, usually a browser.
27. What is a web hosting service?
Web hosting is a service that allows individuals and organizations to publish websites on
the Internet.

28. What is a domain name?


A domain name is a human-readable address used to access websites, e.g., google.com.

29. What is a DNS?


DNS (Domain Name System) translates domain names into IP addresses.

30. What is HTML?


HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is used to structure and display content on web
pages.

31. What is CSS?


CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is used to style HTML elements on web pages.

32. What is JavaScript?


JavaScript is a programming language used to create interactive web pages.

33. What is XML?


XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is used for structuring and transporting data.

34. What is XHTML?


XHTML is an extension of HTML that follows stricter XML syntax rules.

35. What are markup languages?


Markup languages define the structure and presentation of documents, e.g., HTML, XML.

36. What is a web application?


A web application is a software program accessed through a web browser over the Internet.
37. What is dynamic web content?
Dynamic web content changes based on user input or server-side scripts.

38. What is a client-side script?


A client-side script runs in the user's browser, affecting webpage behavior and interactivity.

39. What is server-side scripting?


Server-side scripting runs on the web server, handling database interactions and logic.

40. What are examples of server-side programming languages?


PHP, Python, Node.js, Ruby, Java, and ASP.NET.

41. What are the benefits of server-side programming?


Security, database integration, and dynamic content generation.

42. What are the disadvantages of server-side scripting?


Requires more server resources and can introduce security vulnerabilities.

43. What is a database?


A database is an organized collection of data that can be accessed and managed
electronically.

44. What is SQL?


SQL (Structured Query Language) is used for managing and querying databases.

45. What is a multimedia web element?


A multimedia web element includes animations, videos, and audio to enhance user
experience.
46. What is the role of animations in web design?
Animations improve user engagement and illustrate complex ideas visually.

47. What are the challenges of using multimedia in web design?


Increased loading times, bandwidth issues, and potential user distraction.

48. What is a static website?


A static website displays fixed content and does not change dynamically.

49. What is a dynamic website?


A dynamic website updates content dynamically based on user interactions or databases.

50. What are some common web development frameworks?


React, Angular, Vue.js (client-side) and Django, Flask, Express.js (server-side).

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