CSC 101 Introduction to Computers Fall 2004 Exam 1 October 20, 2004

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Directions: Open MS Word Select the ten questions and the extra credit questions below and cut and paste into the Word document Add a header with your name, "Exam 1", and the date Save the document Answer each question within the Word document immediately following each question Spell check the exam Printout a copy of the exam and turn it in. Each question is worth 10 points. Partial credit will be given for partially correct answers.

 Name and briefly describe two ways like-minded groups of individual's can communicate on the Internet.


 What was the name of the network which evolved into the Internet?  What was this network's purpose?


 What is a protocol?


 What is the purpose of web browser software?


 What is a packet and what protocol is used to route one?


 What is a FAQ and where would you find one?


 What does the TCP part of TCP/IP stand for?  How does TCP work.


 What is a GUI and why would someone want to use one?


 Describe three programs that might be part of a software suite.



 What is a file?  Describe two types of files and the extension used to denote each type of file.


 

Extra Credit Questions

1. What is SPAM (in regards to the Internet)?
2. Name one ingredient in Spam (the mystery meat kind)

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