Class- 6 Chapter 9( Internet and Netiquette)

 Chapter 9: Internet and Netiquette

Checkpoint (Pg. 134)

Fill in the blanks.

1. telephone

2. broadband

3. Wi-Fi

4. Dongle

5. Generation

Checkpoint (Pg. 139)

Write T for True and F for False.

1. T

2. F

3. F

4. F

5. T

Exercises (Pgs. 140-142)

A. Tick (✓) the correct answers.

1. a

2. b

3. a

4. a

5. a

B. Fill in the blanks.

1. Bandwidth

2. Google Drive

3. Report Abuse

4. footprint

5. password

C. Write T for True and F for False.

1. T

2. F

3. T

4. T

5. F

A.    Answer the following questions in short.

Q.1 What do you understand by Copyright laws ?

Ans:- Copyright laws protect intellectual property ,ensuring that creators receive credit for their work and prevent unauthorised use.

Q.2    What is a Google drive? 

Ans:-    Google Drive is a cloud computing service that allows users to create , store and share documents , spreadsheets, presentation and applications.

Q.3    When was Wifi developed ? 

Ans:-    Wi-fi was originally developed in the 1990s for transmitting data between device wirelessly. 

Q.4    Who use "@" symbol in Email id for first time ? 

Ans:-    Ray Tomlinson in the 1970. 

D. Answer the following questions.

Q.1  What is the Internet ? How has it transformed our daily lives?

Ans:- The Internet is the world’s largest computer network, connecting millions of computers worldwide. This network is created using telephone wires, cables, dongles, Wi-Fi, satellites, and more. The Internet helps people communicate easily, regardless of geographical distance. 

Q.2  Describe the diverse types of internet connections available today?

Ans:-   Dial-up:-Dial-up connects to the Internet using a telephone line by dialling the ISP’s number. It offers slow data speeds.

Broadband:-Broadband is a high-speed Internet connection with wide bandwidth, allowing fast data transfer for streaming, downloading, and online activities.

Q.3 Define netiquette . What are some key rules to create a respectful online environment?

Ans:- The term netiquette refers to a set of manners or communication etiquette that all Internet users should follow. It is a combination of the words ‘net’, which stands for the Internet, and ‘etiquette’, meaning manners or rules. Understanding netiquette is essential for creating a respectful online environment.

Rule for internet :- 

• Use unique passwords for your accounts to keep them secure.

• Take breaks from screens to enjoy other activities.

• Do not share your passwords with anyone.

Q.4 List two safety measures to safeguard personal information online?

Ans:- It is crucial to follow safety tips for a positive online experience:

• Do not share your full name, address, phone number, or school name with people you do not know.

• Never share the password of your online account with anyone to keep your information safe.

Q.5  What does digital footprint mean? 

Ans:-  A digital footprint refers to the trail of data and information that a person leaves behind while using the internet. This includes things like social media activity, websites visited, online purchases, comments posted, and any other digital interactions. 

Activity Hub (Pg. 143)

A. What am I?

1. The Internet

2. Dial-up

3. Copyright

4. Digital footprint

B. Tick (✓) the responsible behaviour.

1. b

2. c

3. b

4. b