Internet Flashcards
(16 cards)
Definition of Browse?
scan through a text, website, or collection of data to gain an impression of the contents.
What is a URL?
the address of a web page.
What is a website?
a set of related web pages located under a single domain name, typically produced by a single person or organization.
A homepage is…
the introductory page of a website, typically serving as a table of contents for the site.
What does a blogger do?
a person who regularly writes material for a blog.
What is a blog?
a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational style.
What is a search engine?
a software program that helps people find information online using keywords or phrases.
What does the word plagiarize mean?
take (the work or an idea of someone else) and pass it off as one’s own
What is the definition of .gov?
“.gov” is a top-level domain that identifies websites belonging to official US government organizations.
.edu meaning
“.edu”is a domain extension that identifies websites for educational institutions, such as colleges and universities.
What does .org stand for?
“.org” is a domain extension that stands for organization.
Why is it important to distinguish fact from opinion in historical writing?
What are two examples of URLs that come at the end of trustworthy Web sites?
What are the consequences of using an Internet resource with biased information?
