Web Design Exam 1

Which of the following best describes the World Wide Web (WWW)?

A) A system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via the Internet

B) A static collection of web pages

C) A database management system

D) A programming language for web development

A

What is the primary difference between a web application and a website?

A) Web applications are static; websites are dynamic

B) Web applications are interactive; websites are primarily informational

C) Websites require server-side scripting; web applications do not

D) Web applications are built using HTML only; websites use CSS

B

Which language is primarily used to structure web content?

A) PHP

B) JavaScript

C) HTML

D) Spanish

C

What is the purpose of SQL in web applications?

A) To style web pages

B) To structure web content

C) To handle client-side interactions

D) To interact with relational databases

D

Which language is most commonly used for server-side scripting in web applications?

A) HTML

B) PHP

C) CSS

D) C++

B

What contributed to traditional broadband subscriber losses in 2024?

A) Reduced data consumption

B) Rise in mobile phone use

C) Competition from wireless and satellite internet

D) Outdated technology

C

Which trend is increasing opportunities for web developers?

A) Decreasing website traffic

B) Increase in e-commerce and mobile app usage

C) Shift to desktop apps

D) Declining AI usage

B

HTML is primarily used to:

A) Secure websites

B) Create website structure and content

C) Process server-side logic

D) Connect to databases

B

CSS is mainly responsible for:

A) Backend processing

B) Content creation

C) Styling and layout

D) File compression

C

JavaScript is commonly used to:

A) Display static text

B) Add interactivity to web pages

C) Handle SQL queries

D) Store user data permanently

B

Which of the following best describes the World Wide Web (WWW)?

A) A global network of interconnected computers

B) A software application for browsing the internet

C) A system of interlinked hypertext documents and multimedia content accessed via the internet

D) A protocol for transferring files over the internet

C

Which protocol is fundamental to the functioning of the World Wide Web?

A) FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

B) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

C) HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

D) TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

C

What distinguishes a web application from a traditional website?

A) Web applications are static, while websites are dynamic

B) Web applications require user interaction and perform functions, whereas websites primarily provide information

C) Web applications are hosted on local servers, while websites are hosted on the cloud

D) Web applications use HTTP, while websites use HTTPS

B

Which of the following is an example of a web application?

A) An online newspaper

B) A personal blog

C) An e-commerce platform with shopping cart functionality

D) A static company homepage

C

Which characteristic is typical of web applications but not traditional websites?

A) Providing company information

B) User authentication and personalized content

C) Displaying static pages

D) Hosting on a web server

B

What is a key characteristic of a traditional website?

A) Runs locally on the user's device

B) Always provides real-time updates

C) Displays fixed or interactive content via web pages

D) Requires app store download

C

Which feature best distinguishes a web application from a basic website?

A) It can be printed

B) It runs without internet access

C) It integrates with backend services and supports dynamic user interaction

D) It is hosted on a local machine

C

How does a dynamic website differ from a static one?

A) It doesn't use HTML

B) It displays the same content to all users

C) It updates content based on user interaction or data

D) It cannot be hosted on cloud servers

C

Which of the following technologies is typically used in web application development?

A) Assembly

B) HTML, CSS, Javascript with server-side integration

C) Only CSS and XML

D) Email clients

B

Which example best represents a web application?

A) A brochure website

B) An online encyclopedia with static pages

C) An e-commerce platform with shopping and payment features

D) A PDF download page

C

Which of the following is considered a low-cost online business idea that relies more on human creativity than automation?

A) Cryptocurrency trading

B) Freelance writing

C) Automated stock trading

D) AI-driven data analysis

B

How does personal branding contribute to the success of an online business?

A) It increases operational costs

B) It confuses potential customers

C) It builds trust and differentiates the business from competitors

D) It limits the business to a single product line

C

Why is gathering customer feedback crucial for online businesses?

A) It helps in avoiding customer interaction

B) It provides insights for improving products and services

C) It decreases customer satisfaction

D) It leads to increased product returns

B

What is a primary benefit of using social media platforms for an online business?

A) It guarantees immediate sales

B) It requires no content strategy

C) It enhances brand visibility and customer engagement

D) It replaces the need for a website

C

Which of the following is a characteristic of microservices architecture?

A) All components are tightly integrated and deployed as a single unit

B) Each service operates independently and communicates via APIs

C) Developers focus only on writing code for individual functions without managing servers

D) The application is divided into presentation, logic, and data layer

B

What is a primary disadvantage of monolithic architecture as applications grow?

A) Increased complexity in managing independent services

B) It reduces the need for marketing

C) Difficulty in scaling specific features independently

D) Requirement to focus only on writing code for individual functions

C

Which of the following is an advantage of microservices architecture?

A) Simplified deployment due to a single codebase

B) Tightly coupled components for easier maintenance

C) Independent deployment and scaling of services

D) Elimination of the need for service discovery mechanisms

C

 In serverless architecture, developers primarily focus on:

A) Managing server infrastructure

B) Writing code for individual functions without worrying about server management

C) Deploying applications as a single unit

D) Creating tightly integrated components

B

Which layer in the three-tier architecture is responsible for handling business logic?

A) Presentation layer

B) Logic layer

C) Data layer

D) Client layer

B

Which perspective views a database as a combination of data, software, and custom procedures to address specific problems?

A) Database as a body of data

B) Database as software

C) Database as a combination of data, software, and custom procedures

D) Database as a collection of files

C

In the perspective of a database as a body of data, what is emphasized?

A) The software used to manage the data

B) The organization and storage of raw information

C) The custom procedures and triggers

D) The user interface for data interaction

B

What does the perspective of a database as software focus on?

A) The physical storage of data

B) The Database Management System (DBMS) that manages data

C) The custom procedures and business logic

D) The user interface for data interaction

B

Which of the following is an example of a custom procedure in a database?

A) A stored procedure that automatically updates inventory when an order is placed

B) A table storing customer information

C) A view displaying sales data

D) A trigger that logs user activity

A

Why are custom procedures important in a database?

A) They store raw data

B) They automate tasks and enforce business logic

C) They provide a user interface for data interaction

D) They manage the physical storage of data

B