Internet Basics MCQs with Answers

In what language is content on the World Wide Web formatted?

• A.HTML
• B.XML
• C.HTTP
• D.CSS

What type of communication does HTTPS provide over a computer network?

• A.Encrypted
• B.Secure
• C.Compressed
• D.Unicast

What is the primary purpose of the Internet as described in the statement?

• A.A global network for social media and entertainment
• B.Research consortium for advanced internet and R&D
• C.A commercial platform for e-commerce transactions
• D.A military communication system for defense operations

What does a URL specify on the internet?

• A.The address of a file on the internet
• B.The physical location of a web server
• C.The IP address of a domain name
• D.The protocol used for email transmission

Which of the following is a language used to create and link documents on the World Wide Web?

• A.HTTP
• B.XML
• C.HTML
• D.FTP

Past Paper MCQ

Which of the following terms refers to a page that guides users from various sources to a single destination?

• A.Home page
• B.Splash page
• C.Landing page
• D.Portal page

What does the term 'Hypertext' refer to in the context of the internet?

• A.Text that is displayed in bold format
• B.Text that is encrypted for security
• C.Text that links to other information
• D.Text that is written in multiple languages

Which of the following best describes the primary difference between a network and the internet?

• A.A network connects computers locally, while the internet connects networks globally.
• B.A network uses wired connections only, while the internet uses wireless connections.
• C.A network is private, while the internet is public and free to access.
• D.A network is faster than the internet due to fewer connected devices.

What is a portal in the context of websites?

• A.A website covering a particular topic or industry
• B.A hardware device that connects two networks
• C.A programming language used for web development
• D.A type of web browser extension

What is the primary purpose of HTML?

• A.To create web pages
• B.To manage databases
• C.To design network topologies
• D.To compile program code