Year 11 - Computing
Internet fundamentals
The internet and web technologies
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will explore how data travels across the internet. They will explore how protocols define communication between devices and the purpose of common network protocols. They will investigate the risks to networks and the methods that can be used to protect a network.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain the difference between the internet and the World Wide Web and describe the services it offers.
Key Notes
- The internet is a global network of networks that shares information using the World Wide Web (www).
- The internet provides a platform for a wide range of services.
Vocabulary To Learn
- internet: a global system of interconnected computer networks
- World Wide Web (WWW): a service provided via the internet that allows users to access and navigate linked content, such as webpages
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The World Wide Web is a single entity stored in one place.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
The internet is a global network of networks that shares information using the World Wide Web (www). The internet provides a platform for a wide range of services.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'internet'
a global system of interconnected computer networks. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: The World Wide Web is a single entity stored in one place. Correction: The World Wide Web is a vast collection of interconnected websites and documents hosted on servers all over the world. Your web browser accesses these different locations to display the information you see.
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