Topic 3: The online environment
3.1 The internet and the world wide web
Q1: What is the internet and how is it structured?
Q2: What are the features, functions, impact, and potential of the world wide web (WWW)?
Q3: What is the difference between static and dynamic web page content and why are different types used?
Q4: What is the role of client-side scripting?
Q5: What is the role of server-side scripting?
3.2 Operating online
Type: Multiple Choice
Question: What is a digital footprint? A) A physical impression left on a computer B) The online presence that
someone leaves behind C) A device used to store online information
Answer:
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Question: What are the positive and negative aspects of having a digital footprint?
Question: Protecting personal data stored online is not important
Answer:
Question: What are some methods of protecting personal data stored online?
3.3 Online communities
Question: What is an online community?
A) A physical group of people
B) A virtual group of people who share common interests or goals
C) A device used to connect to the internet
Answer:
Question: What is the impact of online communities on individuals and organizations?
Question: What are some monetization opportunities provided by online communities?
A) Pay-per-click advertising
B) Selling of customer data
C) Paid subscriptions (paywalls)
D) All of the above
Answer:
Question: What is sponsored content?
Question: What is cloud storage?
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A) A physical device used to store data
B) A virtual storage space that allows users to store and access data over the internet
C) A secure location for storing sensitive information
Answer:
Question: What is cloud computing?
Question: What is the impact of cloud storage?
Question: What is the impact of cloud computing?
Assessment Questions for Edexcel A Level Information Technology
Topic 3.1: The internet and the world wide web
1. Explain the structure of the internet, including IP addressing and DNS, and discuss its impact on global
communication and information sharing.
2. Compare and contrast static and dynamic web page content, providing examples of each. Discuss the need
to use both types of content in modern web development.
3. Describe the roles of client-side and server-side scripting in web applications. Provide examples of tasks
that are typically handled by each.
Topic 3.2: Operating online
1. Analyze the impact and potential of working in online environments for individuals and organizations.
Discuss the benefits and challenges of remote work and online collaboration.
2. Explain the security risks to personal data stored online and suggest methods of protection, such as
encryption, strong passwords, and two-factor authentication.
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3. Discuss the concept of a digital footprint. Evaluate the positive and negative aspects of an individual's
online presence and activities.
Topic 3.3: Online communities
1. Define the concept of an online community and provide examples of communities that exist for social and
professional purposes.
2. Assess the impact of online communities on individuals and organizations. Discuss how these communities
can influence behavior, opinions, and business strategies.
3. Describe the monetization opportunities provided by online communities, such as targeted advertising,
pay-per-click advertising, selling customer data, paid subscriptions, and sponsored content.
Topic 3.4: The cloud
1. Explain the concept of cloud storage and discuss its impact on data accessibility, backup, and
collaboration.
2. Describe the concept of cloud computing and discuss its advantages and disadvantages compared to
traditional on-premises computing. Provide examples of cloud computing services.
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