Name one email service you can check using Google Chrome.
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Hotmail or Google Mail.
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Name one email service you can check using Google Chrome.
Hotmail or Google Mail.
What social media platform is mentioned?
Facebook.
What is the primary function of a KVM switch?
To connect multiple CPUs to share one set of keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
What is SQuirreL SQL Client used for?
Accessing remote databases.
What connects clients in a simple network?
A connectivity device.
Which browser made the Internet a global phenomenon in 1996?
Netscape 2.0.
What does LAN stand for?
Local Area Network.
What is one major benefit of networks in daily life?
Instantaneous communication.
What does FTP stand for?
File Transfer Protocol.
What is the primary function of web browsers like Microsoft Edge?
To retrieve, present, and traverse information resources on the World Wide Web.
What is a web browser?
A network application for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information resources on the World Wide Web.
Can SQuirreL SQL Client connect to multiple types of databases?
Yes, it can connect to various database types.
What is mIRC?
A precursor of Instant Messenger.
How has communication over a network changed the way we work?
It has greatly transformed work processes and interactions.
What is the primary function of a Download Manager?
To manage and accelerate the downloading of files from the internet.
What are some common features shared by all network applications?
They typically require a client-server architecture, enable data exchange, and often involve user authentication.
What is a network?
A group of computers and other devices connected to exchange data via transmission media.
What should you do after downloading XAMPP?
Store your web page in the assigned directory and start the service.
What is a client-server network?
A network architecture where clients request resources or services from a centralized server.
What is a Node in networking?
A client, server, or other device that can communicate over a network and is identified by a unique number, known as its network address.
What is an example of a network application?
Email, instant messaging, or web browsing.
What role does the network play between servers and clients?
The network acts as the 'middle-man' providing communication links.
Name some instant messaging applications.
MSN Messenger, Skype, ICQ, MIRC.
In what way have networks changed the way we study?
They provide access to online resources, enable remote learning, and foster collaboration.
What is Instant Messaging (IM)?
A form of real-time direct text-based communication between two or more people using personal computers or other devices.
Name a few web browsers that perform similar functions as Microsoft Edge.
Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Netscape, Opera, Safari, Camino, Konqueror, and others.
What do network services provide to network clients?
Remote software resources support.
What is the primary function of a server in a client/server network?
To provide resources, services, or data to clients.
What type of application is IRC?
A real-time text messaging application.
What is the primary function of web browsers?
To access and display content from the World Wide Web.
What does WAN stand for?
Wide Area Network.
What is the primary function of network services?
To enable communication and resource sharing among devices in a network.
What is the primary function of a WAN?
To span a long distance and connect two or more LANs.
What does a Print Server manage?
Print queue jobs.
What is a common behavior of clients when users are not present?
Clients are normally switched off.
What are some examples of network applications besides web browsers, instant messaging, and email?
File transfer, remote login, accessing remote databases, and Internet Relay Chat.
What are 'middle-man' servers?
Servers like email servers, newsgroup servers, and instant messengers that involve writing and uploading.
What does a Newsgroup Server manage?
Managing newsgroups.
Client program has to be run at the 'foreground' interfacing with human.
False.
What does KVM stand for?
Keyboard, Video, Mouse.
What are the benefits of using a KVM switch?
Cost savings and space saving by configuring servers with just one set of peripherals.
Name three popular instant messaging software.
WeChat, Skype, and Windows Live Messenger.
What is Google Chrome primarily used for?
It is used as a web browser for various online activities.
What do clients access in a simple network?
Remote resources or information in a server.
Which instant messaging applications are mentioned?
Yahoo Messenger, MSN Messenger, and Skype.
What is the primary function of a Web Server?
Providing web pages.
What is an example of a service provided in a complex client/server network?
Database management, file storage, or web hosting.
Which application is commonly used for remote login?
PuTTY or Terra Term.
What is a client/server network?
A network that uses centrally administered computers, known as servers, to enable resource sharing and facilitate communication.
How often do servers typically run?
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What distinguishes Opera from other web browsers?
Opera includes a built-in VPN and ad blocker.
Where does the user of PC0 read the mail?
At the mail server.
How does instant messaging communicate?
Via a server.
What is an example of playing online games through network applications?
Playing 'Dota 2' via a networked game world.
What package can be installed on a PC to configure a server?
XAMPP package.
What is considered the most important network application for business activities via the Internet?
Email.
What do all network applications have in common?
They all utilize network protocols to communicate and share data.
What is Google Chrome?
A web browser developed by Google.
What does IRC stand for?
Internet Relay Chat.
Where can you download XAMPP?
Where do network services typically reside?
In network servers.
What are common network applications?
Applications that utilize network connectivity to perform tasks, such as web browsing, email, and instant messaging.
What is the primary focus of network applications?
To facilitate communication and data exchange over networks.
Can clients with different operating systems access the same network services?
Yes, clients with different operating systems (like MAC or Windows) can access the same services of the same server.
What type of questions are typically included in a quiz?
Questions that test knowledge and understanding of a subject.
How do clients obtain services from servers?
Clients (like web browsers) request services (like web pages) from servers (like web sites).
Why are quizzes important in education?
They provide feedback on learning progress and areas needing improvement.
What is the function of a mail server in client-server communication?
It acts as a middle-man between clients.
What type of server coordinates communication when using MSN or Skype?
An Instant Messenger server.
What is a key feature of Mozilla Thunderbird?
Customizability through add-ons and themes.
What are the two forms of network client software?
Command-line and GUI (graphic-user interface).
What is the typical hardware setup for clients?
1 (sometimes 2) monitor, 1 keyboard, and 1 mouse with 1 CPU.
How do the software environments of servers and clients differ?
Servers and clients run on different sets of software.
What can you do while your PC is serving a web page?
You can still surf the web using a web browser.
What is the purpose of remote login applications like PuTTY and Tera Term?
They allow users to connect to remote servers or systems over a network.
What is Safari?
A web browser developed by Apple.
What is XAMPP?
A server software that allows you to run web applications locally.
What are the typical characteristics of a server?
Usually more powerful with more RAM, disk space, and processing power.
What is a key feature of SQuirreL SQL Client?
It provides a graphical interface for database management.
What is the role of a connectivity device in a simple network?
To link clients and form a network.
What is the relationship between network services and network servers?
Network services are software, while network servers are hardware.
What is the primary characteristic of a LAN?
It is confined to a relatively small space, such as one building or office.
How do servers and clients differ in terms of software?
Servers run on a different set of software than clients.
What is client/server architecture?
A network design where clients use a centrally administered server to share data, storage space, and devices.
What type of server is used when accessing your yahoo.com mail?
A mail server (along with a web server).
What type of online activity is mentioned besides communication?
Online games.
What percentage of today's Internet traffic is client-server communication?
99%.
What is a common function of web browsers like Firefox and Opera?
They allow users to access and navigate the internet.
What is the function of Outlook in network applications?
It retrieves emails for an inbox.
Client always listens to request.
False.
Where does server software typically run?
In the background.
What happens when an outsider accesses your web page?
It occurs in the background of your PC without your knowledge unless you check for it.
What applications can be opened simultaneously on a client PC?
Firefox, Outlook, Skype, while playing MMORPG.
How do networks impact the way we entertain ourselves?
Networks provide access to streaming services, online gaming, and social media, transforming entertainment consumption.
What is the role of WS_FTP?
It is a software application used for transferring files using FTP.
What is a server?
A computer on the network that manages shared network resources.
What is a common feature of web browsers like Safari and Google Chrome?
They allow users to access and navigate the internet.
What are network services?
Common types of services that facilitate communication and resource sharing over a network.
What role do servers play in a network?
Servers provide services to clients.
What is one website you can access for news using Google Chrome?
cnn.com.
What does a Mail Server do?
Stores and sends emails.
What is the purpose of email as a network application?
To send and receive messages over the internet.
What does Segment refer to in a network?
A part of a network, usually composed of a group of nodes that use the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Which client software is commonly used for email?
Outlook, Thunderbird.
What is a workstation?
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
What is a key feature of Microsoft Outlook?
Integration with other Microsoft Office applications.
What is a pure data server?
A server that allows users to read and download data only, such as web servers and file servers.
How do Firefox and Opera enhance user experience?
Both browsers offer extensions and themes for customization.
What is an example of a network service that clients access?
Websites like www.cnn.com or www.help.edu.
What are network applications technically called?
Network client software.
Can a client PC communicate with multiple servers at once?
Yes, a client PC can communicate with different servers or services simultaneously.
What type of software is PuTTY?
A remote login application.
How do instant messaging applications enhance communication?
By allowing users to communicate instantly and share files easily.
How have networks improved our lives?
By enabling instantaneous communication.
What additional features do advanced instant messaging software offer?
Live voice or video calling.
What type of software is SQuirreL SQL Client?
A database client software.
What is Telegram?
An instant messaging application.
What is a client in a network?
A computer that requests services from another computer on the network.
What is the purpose of a quiz?
To help with memory and understanding.
What happens when you start the XAMPP service?
Apache runs in the background.
What is one type of network application used for file transfer?
Ws_FTP or Free Download Manager.
What social media platform can you access through Google Chrome?
Facebook.
What does it mean that network services are 'platform independent'?
It means they can be accessed by different operating systems like Linux, Windows, or Sun.
What is the significance of network applications?
They require access to the Internet.
Can you name a common type of network service?
File sharing, email services, or web hosting.
What type of server do you communicate with when downloading files from the Internet?
A file server.
What are examples of video and audio streaming client software?
Real Player, Windows Media Player, iTunes.
How do clients operate in relation to human users?
Clients run dependently with human users.
Server must run on better PC than client.
False.
What action does client software perform?
Client software sends requests to the server on demand.
Can you access a file server and a web server at the same time using Firefox?
No, you cannot access both at the same time.
How do networks impact daily life?
They facilitate communication, access to information, and social interactions.
What do clients in a simple network typically represent?
PCs or workstations.
Which instant messaging application is associated with Facebook?
Facebook Messenger.
What type of network application is Google Chrome?
A web browser.
What is a Host in a Client/Server Network?
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
How does IRC facilitate communication?
By allowing users to join channels and chat in real-time.
What role do network services play in data communications?
They provide essential functionalities that support network applications.
What type of server do you communicate with when reading cnn.com?
A web server.
What is the role of a File Server?
Downloading and uploading files.
Do client software communicate directly with each other?
No, they communicate via servers.
How do network services enhance user experience?
By ensuring reliable connectivity, data transfer, and resource sharing.
What is a Data and Information Server?
A server that provides data and information, including pure data servers like web and file servers.
How do servers operate once configured?
Servers run independently.
What type of server do you interact with while playing MMORPGs like Perfect World?
A game server.
What type of hardware setup can servers have?
1 monitor, 1 keyboard, and 1 mouse connected to multiple CPUs via a KVM switch.
What does server software do continuously?
Server software always listens.
Can a server also act as a client?
Yes, a server can be a client at the same time.
What feature do most instant messaging applications provide?
The ability to send multimedia messages, such as images and videos.
What is a web browser?
A network application for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information resources on the World Wide Web.
What is a client/server network?
A network architecture where clients request resources and servers provide them.
What are some examples of email services mentioned?
Google Mail, Hotmail, and Yahoo Mail.
What role does a PC play when using a web browser?
It acts as a network client.
How can quizzes aid in learning?
By reinforcing knowledge and assessing comprehension.
What is the main task of client software?
To request services from a server.
What is the main function of network client software?
To access resources/information in the network/Internet known as network services.
What are some examples of web browsing client software?
Firefox, Internet Explorer, Opera.
What is the benefit of using a complex client/server network?
Improved resource management, scalability, and specialized services.
What is an example of a network application for accessing remote databases?
SQuirreL SQL Client.
What is the Internet?
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
What is the significance of understanding network applications?
It helps in optimizing communication and improving efficiency in data exchange.
What is the function of a Proxy Server?
Acts as an intermediary between external and internal networks, screening data traffic.
A client PC can provide network services.
True.
Client program can’t communicate with another similar client program directly.
False.
What type of software is Tera Term?
A remote login application.
What is a common security feature in instant messaging applications?
End-to-end encryption.
Which network communication method is the oldest and most frequently used on the Internet?
Email.
How does FTP facilitate file transfer?
By allowing users to upload and download files between a client and a server.
What are some examples of web browsers mentioned?
Google Chrome and Firefox.
What role do clients play in a client/server network?
Clients are devices or applications that request services from servers.
What type of software are Safari and Google Chrome?
Web browsers.
What is a client in a network?
A computer that requests resources or services from another computer on a network.
How does a more complex client/server network differ from a simple one?
It involves multiple clients and servers, often with specialized roles and services.
What is Microsoft Outlook?
An email client software developed by Microsoft.
What type of applications require access to the Internet?
Network applications.
Can one server provide multiple services?
Yes, one server can provide many services.
What types of content can you download using Google Chrome?
Movies, games, etc.
What type of software are Microsoft Outlook and Mozilla Thunderbird?
Email client software.
Which application is associated with Internet Relay Chat?
mIRC.
Can client software communicate directly with other client software?
No, client software cannot communicate directly with other client software.
What is the purpose of a DHCP Server?
Supply IP addresses to PCs with dynamic IP option.
How does Skype function as a network application?
It gains access to your list of friends via login.
What does 'remote' mean in the context of network applications?
Located far away from you.
Server program normally runs at the background without much interaction with user.
True.
What does the term 'client' also refer to?
The user of a client workstation or a client software application installed on the workstation.
What role does a server play in a client-server network?
It provides resources or services to clients.
Can network client software exist without network services?
No, network client software cannot exist without network services.
What is a feature of Firefox?
Firefox is known for its strong privacy features and customizable interface.
How does a user send an email from PC1 to PC0?
The email is stored in the mail server.
What does Firefox do as a network application?
It accesses a website for web pages.
What client software can be used for real-time video conferencing?
Skype, Live Messenger.
Can you name examples of Networking Servers?
DNS server, DHCP server, and print server.
A web server can’t be a print server at the PC.
False.
Can a client program talk to multiple types of network services at the same time?
No, a client program can normally talk to one type of network service at any given time.
Name two examples of remote login applications.
PuTTY and Tera Term.
What is Mozilla Thunderbird?
An open-source email client developed by Mozilla.
What role do instant messaging applications play in networking?
They allow real-time text communication between users over the internet.
What is required for client-server communication?
Client and server must work in pairs.
What is the function of a Database Server?
Providing necessary data to clients.
Which application is used for internet telephone services?
Skype.
What type of server do you communicate with when watching videos on YouTube?
A video streaming server.
What is the purpose of Download Managers?
They are used to download movies from file sites.
A client program can talk to multiple network services simultaneously.
True.
What happens when you open Firefox to access a web page?
You cannot simultaneously access a remote login.
What is a common feature of network applications?
They access some form of remote information or resources.
What does a DNS Server manage?
Corresponding network addresses with domain names.
What is the role of a Networking Server?
To assist in network operations, typically with the client side being the operating system.
A Windows 10 laptop can be configured as both client and server.
True.
Can a server run multiple services simultaneously?
Yes, a server can run different services at the same time.
What is the primary function of instant messaging applications?
To facilitate real-time text communication between users.
A DNS server and a DHCP server have to be on different machine/PC.
False.
Name a popular instant messaging application.
WhatsApp.
