Cambridge IGCSE · Information and Communication Technology (0417)

Effective use of the internet: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 2 written questions with worked solutions. All on Effective use of the internet.

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Question 1

1 mark

Which of the following describes the function of a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?

Question 2

1 mark

When using a search engine to research a topic, which factor is most important to ensure the information retrieved is accurate and valid?

Question 3

1 mark

In the context of the effective use of the internet, what is the primary security benefit of using the HTTPS protocol instead of HTTP?

Question 4

1 mark

A student is evaluating a website for a school project. Which of the following is the most reliable indicator that the information on the site is biased?

Question 5

1 mark

When evaluating information found on the internet, which aspect is most crucial for determining its overall reliability and credibility?

Question 6

4 marks

Explain why a researcher must evaluate information found on a wiki more carefully than information found on an official government website.

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Question 7

6 marks

Effective use of the internet requires an understanding of protocols and information evaluation.
(a) Explain the function of an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and how it relates to a Uniform Resource Locator (URL).
(b) Discuss three factors that should be considered when evaluating the reliability and bias of information found on a wiki or a blog.

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