Understanding Internet Protocols
Instructions: Read the following questions and provide the appropriate answers regarding internet
protocols.
1. Define the term "Internet Protocol."
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2. What is the role of an Internet Protocol address (IP address)?
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3. List three examples of commonly used Internet protocols.
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4. Explain the purpose of the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
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5. What is the function of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)?
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6. What is the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)?
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7. State the protocol used for sending and receiving emails.
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8. Define the term "Uniform Resource Locator" (URL).
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9. Explain the purpose of the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP).
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10. What is the Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) used for?
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11. How does the Internet Protocol (IP) enable communication between devices on a network?
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12. Define the term "Packet."
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19. Explain the concept of "Packet Switching."
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20. Why are internet protocols important for the functioning of the internet?
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Note: This worksheet is designed to assess your understanding of internet protocols. Use your
knowledge and resources to answer the questions thoroughly.
