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Year 7 - Computing

The internet

Computer networks and data transmission

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will explore the impact networks have on our daily lives. They will define what a network is and explore the benefits of networking, before covering how data is transmitted across networks using protocols. They will investigate different types of network and hardware required.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain the difference between the internet and the World Wide Web and describe some of the services the internet offers.

Key Notes

  • The internet is a global network of networks that shares information using the World Wide Web (WWW).
  • The WWW is a system of web pages that we access using the internet.
  • 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 web pages
  • web page: a service provided via the internet that allows users to access and navigate linked content, such as web pages

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • The internet is the same as the World Wide Web.

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 WWW is a system of web pages that we access using the internet.

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 internet is the same as the World Wide Web. Correction: The World Wide Web is a service that is offered over the internet. The internet is the network that transfers data whilst the World Wide Web is the system of sharing information that people use.

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