www technology Flashcards
What is the internet?
A worldwide network of interconnected networks
What are the characteristics of the internet?
Both public and open access as anyone can access it.
What is the intranet?
A network not connected to the internet
What is the extranet?
A website only available to users inside the organisation
What are the characteristics of the extra net and intranet?
Private
What is the use of web pages?
A platform to communicate information in different formats over the internet
What is the use of blogs?
- Social commentary
- For businesses to communicate to followers.
What are podcasts?
Sound files that can be streamed or downloaded
How can audio/video be accessed?
Stored online or streamed live.
What is the use of social media?
Store vast amounts of information in different formats
Users can comment and share content.
What is the use of document stores?
Allow people to store and access files over the internet
What is the use of RSS feeds?
Users can subscribe to have news sent to them via the internet.
What is the advantage of social media for individuals
- People can stay in contact
What is the disadvantage of social media for individuals
- People may share too much information
- cyber bullying.
How is the internet an advantage for businesses who sell?
Online shopping
