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Which protocol assigns IP addresses to clients connected to the internet?

Correct answer: A

A
DHCP
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B
FTP
C
SMTP
D
DNS
Explanation and memory cue

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is the protocol responsible for automatically assigning IP addresses to devices on a network, including clients connected to the internet.

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Which file type is generally restricted or unsafe to attach with an email?

Correct answer: A

A
.exe
Correct
B
.jpg
C
.pdf
D
.docx
Explanation and memory cue

Executable files (.exe) are often blocked or restricted by email services because they can contain viruses or malicious software that may harm the recipient's system. Other file types like images or documents are generally safe to send via email.

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What is the name of the program specifically used for checking and managing emails?

Correct answer: A

A
Outlook Express
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B
Microsoft Word
C
Windows Media Player
D
Adobe Reader
Explanation and memory cue

Outlook Express is an email client developed by Microsoft that was commonly used in older versions of Windows for sending, receiving, and managing emails. It is specifically designed for email communication, unlike general-purpose software.

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Which protocol assigns IP addresses to clients connected to a network or the internet?

Correct answer: A

A
DHCP
Correct
B
HTTP
C
FTP
D
DNS
Explanation and memory cue

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is responsible for automatically assigning IP addresses and other network configuration details to devices on a network. This allows devices to communicate without manual IP configuration.

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Through which service can an email address using a private website domain be accessed?

Correct answer: A

A
Webmail service (e.g., mymail.example.com)
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B
Offline text editor
C
Operating system settings
D
Spreadsheet software
Explanation and memory cue

Email addresses using a private domain are typically accessed through a webmail service provided by that domain (such as mymail.example.com). Webmail allows users to send and receive emails using a web browser without needing a dedicated email application.

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What does HTTP stand for in the context of the World Wide Web (WWW)?

Correct answer: A

A
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
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B
Hypertext Transmission Program
C
Hyperlink Text Transfer Process
D
High Transfer Text Protocol
Explanation and memory cue

HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which is the foundational protocol used for transmitting data on the World Wide Web (WWW). It enables communication between web browsers and servers.

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Which of the following is an example of a WAN?

Correct answer: B

A
Local area network connections
B
Mobile broadband connections
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C
Home network connections
D
Office LAN connections
Explanation and memory cue

A WAN (Wide Area Network) covers a large geographic area, and mobile broadband connections are a typical example because they connect devices over long distances using cellular networks. The other options describe local networks, not WANs.

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HTML is used for creating what?

Correct answer: A

A
Webpages
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B
Operating systems
C
Databases
D
Mobile apps
Explanation and memory cue

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard language used to create and structure webpages on the internet.

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What does LAN stand for?

Correct answer: A

A
Local Area Network
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B
Large Area Network
C
Long Area Node
D
Local Access Network
Explanation and memory cue

LAN stands for Local Area Network, which refers to a network that connects computers within a limited area such as a home, school, or office building.

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What does HTML stand for?

Correct answer: A

A
Hypertext Markup Language
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B
Home Tool Markup Language
C
Hyperlinks and Text Markup Language
D
Hyperlinking Text Marking Language
Explanation and memory cue

HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language, which is the standard language used to create and design web pages.

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Social networks are organized primarily around which of the following?

Correct answer: A

A
People
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B
Products
C
Places
D
Events
Explanation and memory cue

Social networks are primarily organized around people, as they are platforms designed to connect individuals and facilitate social interactions.

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TCP stands for:

Correct answer: A

A
Transmission control Protocol
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B
Transfer control Program
C
Text communication Protocol
D
Transport control Process
Explanation and memory cue

TCP stands for Transmission Control Protocol, which is a core protocol of the Internet protocol suite. It enables reliable, ordered, and error-checked delivery of data between applications.

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What does TCP stand for?

Correct answer: A

A
Transmission control Protocol
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B
Internet control Protocol
C
Hypertext transfer Protocol
D
User Datagram Protocol
Explanation and memory cue

TCP stands for Transmission Control Protocol, which is a core protocol of the Internet protocol suite. It provides reliable, ordered, and error-checked delivery of data between applications.