Class - X Chapter - 1 Internet Basics
Class - X Chapter - 1 Internet Basics
Class - X Chapter - 1 Internet Basics
CHAPTER-1
INTERNET BASICS
Objective Type Questions
Question 1
1. HTML documents
2. Graphic files
3. audio and video files
4. all the above
Answer
Reason — A website is a collection of web pages which are linked together. These webpages are
HTML documents which may contain graphic, audio or video files.
Question 2
Answer
Question 3
The first page that you normally view at a web site is its ............... .
1. Home page
2. Master page
3. First page
4. Banner page
Answer
Home page
Reason — The first page that we normally view at a web site is its home page.
Question 4
The Internet is most often used for the exchange of ............... and ...............
Answer
The Internet is most often used for the exchange of messages and information.
Question 5
When you visit a website, it will open the page set as ............... of the website.
1. Website
2. Home page
3. Email
4. ISP
Answer
Home page
Reason — When we visit a website, it will open the page set as home page of the website.
Question 6
The first page on a website that allows you to navigate to other pages via menu system or links,
is known as ............... .
1. front page
2. primary page
3. home page
4. first page
5. main page
Answer
home page
Reason — The first page on a website that allows us to navigate to other pages via menu system
or links, is known as home page.
Question 7
Answer
Question 8
Online personal journal where one can post her entries to which others can post comments is
called ............... .
1. Blog
2. News group
3. Website
4. None of these
Answer
Blog
Reason — Online personal journal where one can post her entries to which others can post
comments is called blog.
Question 9
1. ftp
2. http
3. w3c
4. none of these
Answer
http
Reason — Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is the set of rules for transferring hypertext on
World Wide Web.
Question 10
Answer
Question 11
1. HTML
2. HTP
3. HTTP
4. HLINK
Answer
HTTP
Reason — Hyper Text Transfer Protocol is used on most URL addresses as this protocol is used
to transfer hypertext documents on the World Wide Web.
Question 12
Answer
Question 13
1. IP address
2. Port Number
3. Domain Name
4. None of these
Answer
IP address
Reason — IP address is not a part of URL. A URL contains port number in number based
naming system and domain name in character based naming system.
Question 14
Which portion of the URL below records the directory or folder of the desired resource ?
http://www.somestore.com/firstfloor/shoes.htm
1. http
2. firstfloor
3. shoes.htm
4. www.somestore.com
Answer
firstfloor
Reason — A URL is written as type://address/path, where path specifies the location of the
file on the server. Here, firstfloor/shoes.htm is the path and firstfloor is the folder of the
desired resource.
Question 15
The address of location of the document on the world wide web is called its ............... .
Answer
The address of location of the document on the world wide web is called its URL (Uniform
Resource Locator).
Question 16
1. http
2. www.pacein.com
3. /pr/main.htm
4. none
Answer
http
Reason — A URL is written as type://address/path, where type specifies the protocol or type
of the server. Thus, http identifies the protocol or type of the server.
Question 17
1. http
2. www.pacein.com
3. /pr/main.htm
4. none
Answer
www.pacein.com
Reason — A URL is written as type://address/path, where address identifies the website on
the server. Thus, www.pacein.com identifies the website.
Question 18
1. http
2. www.pacein.com
3. ...com/pr/main.htm
4. none
Answer
...com/pr/main.htm
Reason — A URL is written as type://address/path, where path tells the location of file on the
server. Thus, pr/main.htm is the path of the file.
Theoretical Questions
Question 1
Answer
WWW stands for World Wide Web. The World Wide Web is an Internet system i.e., a set of
programs, standards, and protocols that allows the multimedia and hypertext files to be created,
displayed and linked on the Internet.
World Wide Web uses different technologies and protocols such as Hyper Text Markup
Language (HTML), Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), web browser, internet etc. The basic
functioning of WWW is as follows:
1. A client uses a web browser to make HTTP request to a web server to get some resource
on World Wide Web.
2. This request reaches the web server via Internet.
3. The web server locates the required resource on the database and makes it available to the
client via Internet.
Question 2
Answer
A server is a computer that has server software loaded on it. Its main job is to manage network
resources and share resources for clients. There are many types of servers — file server, mail
server, web server etc.
A web server is a World Wide Web server that stores web documents and responds to the
requests made by web browsers. It is a specific protocol type of server, looking only for HTTP
requests instead of many different types of resource requests.
Question 3
Answer
Question 4
Answer
A web server is completely dedicated to handling requests for webpages. It provides following
major services :
1. Serving Web Pages — The primary function of a webserver is to deliver web pages on
the request of clients using the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). This means delivery
of HTML documents and any additional content that may be included by a document,
such as images, style sheets and scripts.
2. Running Gateway Programs (CGI) and Returning Output — In order to process the
requests received, the webservers need to run special programs called CGI programs
which help them fetch the required output as per the request made by the client.
3. Controlling Access to the Server — A full implementation of HTTP also includes ways
of receiving content from clients. This feature is used for submitting web forms,
including uploading of files.
4. Monitoring and Logging all Access — The web servers also ensure that only
authenticated access takes place and thus they keep running many monitoring programs
and keep logging all the activities.
5. Server Side Scripting — Many generic web servers also support server-side scripting
using Active Server Pages (ASP), PHP, or other scripting languages.
Question 5
Answer
1. Apache Webserver
2. Apache Tomcat
3. Webserver IIS
4. The Lighttpd Server
5. Jigsaw web server
6. Sun Java system web server
Question 6
Answer
A document using http and that resides Home page is the top-level web page of a web site. This is the
on a web-site is known as a web page. page that gets displayed first of all when a web-site is opened.
A website can contain many web pages. Only one web page can be set as the home page for a web site.
Question 7
Answer
Collection of launch
webpages of array of
Collection of webpages offering a specialized content pertaining to the need and
web-services like email,
goal of the organization owning the website.
search engine, weather,
gaming, news etc.
It is normally an entry
It is often the final destination to access and use the provided specific point or gateway for
information. using the offered web-
services.
Generally linked to
many other websites
A website is generally linked to its own webpages.
that provide these web-
services.
A complete
environment for
Caters to or delivers one specific type of application or content as per the goal of managing and
the website. integrating a large
number of diverse
applications.
Examples : Google,
Examples
Yahoo, Rediff, MSN,
: knowledgeboat.com, edupillar.com, cbseacademic.in, ncert.nic.in etc.
AOL etc.
Question 8
Answer
The essential components of a website are as follows:
Question 9
Answer
1. Content wise components— Content wise components of a web page are as follows:
i. Hypertext — It refers to a digital text, which is more than just text as it can
include information in various media formats such as text, graphics, sound,
images, videos and hyperlinks.
ii. Hyperlink — It refers to a link from a hypertext file to another such file. A
hyperlink can be in the form of a graphic or text, upon clicking where the linked
document opens up.
2. Structure wise components— Structure wise components of a web page are as follows:
i. Page Title — This is a single line text which is displayed on the title bar of the
browser displaying web page.
ii. Header — This is generally a one or two line text defining the purpose of the web
page. It is displayed at the top of the web page, below the address bar of the
browser.
iii. Body of the web page — This is the section below the header of the web page
and it contains the actual content of the web page.
iv. Navigational Links — These are the hyperlinks placed on the web page using
which we can move to the linked web pages/documents.
v. Footer — This is the bottom section of the web page. This is the section where
usually the copyright notice, website contact information, etc. is put.
Question 10
The first page on a website that allows you to navigate to other page via menu system or links, is
known as ............... .
1. front page
2. primary page
3. home page
4. first page
5. main page
Answer
home page
Reason — The first page on a website that allows you to navigate to other page via menu system
or links, is known as home page.
Question 11
Discuss the functioning of a web browser and a web server. Also give some examples of web
browsers and web servers.
Answer
A World Wide Web client is called a web browser and a World Wide Web server is called a web
server. The functioning of a web browser and a web server is as follows:
Some commonly used web browsers are Google Chrome, Mosaic, Netscape, Internet Explorer,
Safari, Opera etc.
Some commonly used web servers are Apache Webserver, Apache Tomcat, Webserver IIS, The
Lighttpd Server, Jigsaw web server, Sun Java system web server etc.
Question 12
What is a web site ? How is it related to a web page and a home page ?
Answer
A website is a group of related web pages hosted on a web server and are linked together and
share a common interface and design.
The web pages of a website are linked together through hyperlinks and hypertext, and share a
common interface and design. All these web pages contain information related to the topic of the
website.
The first page that appears when viewers go to a website is called the home page. Home page is
very important as it sets the look and feel of the website and directs viewers to the rest of the
pages in the website.
Question 13
Answer
A blog refers to an online journal where entries are posted and the activity of updating or writing
a blog is called blogging.
Question 14
Answer
A web browser is a program that lets us visit different websites on the internet and display their
offerings on our own computer. For example, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, etc.
A web server is a World Wide Web (WWW) server that stores web documents and responds to
the requests made by web browsers. For example, Apache Webserver, Apache Tomcat,
Webserver IIS, etc.
Question 15
Each web page has its own unique address known as ............... .
Answer
Question 16
In the given URL, http is the type component which tells the protocol and the type of server in
which the file is located.
Question 17
In the given URL, www.mycorp.com is the address component which tells the address of the
server.
Question 18
In the given URL, /pr/master.htm is the path component which tells the path of the required
resource.
Question 19
Answer
http://encycle.msn.com/getinfo/styles.asp
Question 20
What do you understand by protocols ? What roles do various protocols play on Internet ?
Answer
Different protocols play different roles on Internet. Some examples are as follows:
1. Hypertext Transfer Protocol — HTTP is a system for transferring information over the
internet without any security feature. It is used to send non-sensitive information.
2. Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure — HTTPS is a system for transferring information
with Secure Socket Layer (SSL) that encrypts and send information over a secure
connection, making it hard to steal. It is used to send sensitive information.
Question 21
Answer
1. www.wordpress.org
2. www.weebly.com
3. www.blogger.com
4. www.tumblr.com
5. www.blogspot.com
Question 1
PJM Bank has a Head Office based in Bangalore and a large number of branches nationwide.
The Head Office and branches communicate using Internet. Give two features of Internet.
Answer
1. The Internet has made it possible for people all over the world to effectively and
inexpensively communicate with each other.
2. The Internet serves as a vast repository of information, making it easily accessible to
anyone with an Internet connection.
Question 2
Chirpy Toys is a small company manufacturing soft toys. They have decided that it would be
beneficial to the company to create a website, which would allow customers to order on-line.
(a) Explain how a customer who did not know the company's website address would gain access
to the site.
(b) Describe how Chirpy Toys would benefit from the introduction of a website.
(c) Describe how the customers would benefit from the introduction of the website.
Answer
(a) A customer can use a search engine like Google or Bing to search for "Chirpy Toys". The
search results will likely display the company's website among the top results, allowing the
customer to click on the link and access the site.
(b) Chirpy Toys would get the following benefits from the introduction of a website :
1. Increased Reach — A website would provide Chirpy Toys with a global online
presence, allowing them to reach a wider audience beyond their physical location.
Customers from different regions or even countries can discover and purchase their soft
toys.
2. 24/7 Availability — Unlike a physical store, a website can operate round the clock.
Customers can access and make purchases at any time convenient to them, even outside
regular business hours. This increases sales opportunities and customer satisfaction.
3. Cost Efficiency — Setting up and maintaining a website is generally more cost-effective
compared to establishing and operating a physical store. It reduces expenses related to
rent, utilities, and staffing requirements.
4. Enhanced Customer Insights — Through the website Chirpy Toys can gather valuable
customer data, analyze buying patterns, and obtain feedback through online surveys. This
information can help them understand their customers better and make informed business
decisions.
(c) The customers would get the following benefits from the introduction of the website:
1. Convenience — Customers can browse and purchase Chirpy Toys' products from the
comfort of their own homes or anywhere with an internet connection. They can shop at
their own pace, without the need to visit a physical store or adhere to specific opening
hours.
2. Wide Product Selection — Chirpy Toys can showcase their entire product range on the
website, including new releases and exclusive items. Customers can access a broader
selection of soft toys compared to a physical store with limited shelf space.
3. Enhanced Product Information — The website can provide comprehensive product
descriptions, images, videos and customer reviews, enabling customers to make well-
informed purchasing decisions.
4. Economical — Customers will save time and money by not having to visit the shop in
person and still being able to have a simplified shopping experience.
(d) Three disadvantages of using the Internet to purchase goods are as follows:
1. Lack of Physical Inspection — When purchasing goods online, customers do not have
the opportunity to physically inspect or try out the product before making a purchase.
2. Potential for Fraud and Security Risks — Online shopping involves providing
personal and financial information, which can be vulnerable to hackers if proper security
measures are not in place.
3. Delayed or Inconvenient Delivery — It takes time for the good purchased using the
Internet to get delivered to us. If the product is required urgently then we can't get it
through Internet.
Question 3
Simon has a villa, which he rents to holidaymakers. He creates a website to advertise the villa.
Simon chooses an ISP to host his website. The structure of his website is shown below.
(a) State what Simon should have on his home page to help users navigate his website.
(b) Simon uploads his website files to the ISP host computer.
(ii) Name the Internet service that Simon uses to upload his website files.
(iii) Name the type of data transmission that takes place when his website files are transferred to
the host computer from Simon's computer.
(c) The URL for the Web page which has a map is :
http://www.indiaisp.co.in/simonsvilla/map.html
(i) State the domain name for this Web page.
(d) Simon registers details of his website with a search engine company. State one reason why
this will benefit Simon.
Answer
(a) Simon's website should include the following elements on his home page:
(b)
(i) An ISP (Internet Service Provider) is an organisation that provides the facility of availing
internet services against a fee.
(ii) Simon uses FTP service to upload his website files to the ISP host computer.
(iii) The type of data transmission that takes place when Simon's website files are transferred
from his computer to the host computer is known as upload or upstream data transmission.
(c)
(d) Registering details of his website with a search engine company will increase the visibility of
Simon's website in search engine results. When people search for relevant keywords or phrases
related to villa rentals or holiday accommodations, Simon's website will have a higher chance of
appearing in the search engine's results page.
Question 4
(b) When using the World Wide Web, a user can type in the web address of a page they wish to
look at. Suggest one other way that a user could go to a web page.
Answer
(b) Users can use search engines like Google or Bing to visit web pages. They simply search for
keywords or phrases related to the desired site. The search engine displays relevant results as
clickable hyperlinks/URLs. By clicking on the appropriate hyperlink, the user's web browser
opens the desired site.
Question 5
Shashwat accesses a web page which gives tips on how best to play the game.
The URL is :
http://www.granalan.com/tips/faq.html
(a) What server is hosting this web page ?
Answer