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.

 Compare and contrast a mailing list and a newsgroup.


 What is an IP address, give an example of what an IP address might look like?


 What are the three parts of an operating system?  Briefly describe each part.


 What is a domain name?  How is a domain name related to an IP number?


 What is one of the "darker" aspects of the Internet?  What can users do to avoid the "bad" side of the Internet?


 Name and briefly describe four functions of the operating system.


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


 What is the purpose of web browser software?


 Compare and contrast an ISP and an Information Service Gateway.



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


 

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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