π Topic Summary
A URL, or Uniform Resource Locator, is like a website's address. It tells your computer where to find a specific page or resource on the internet. Understanding URLs is a key part of navigating the web and knowing how to access different websites. Think of it like your home address, but for websites!
URLs are made up of different parts, like the protocol (usually "http://" or "https://"), the domain name (like "google.com"), and sometimes a path to a specific page (like "/maps"). These parts work together to guide your browser to the right place on the internet.
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. URL |
A. A set of rules for transferring data over the internet. |
| 2. Domain Name |
B. The main address of a website. |
| 3. Protocol |
C. Short for Uniform Resource Locator. |
| 4. Website |
D. A collection of webpages accessible via the internet. |
| 5. Webpage |
E. A single document on the internet that can be viewed with a web browser. |
Answer Key:
- π‘ 1 - C
- π 2 - B
- βοΈ 3 - A
- π 4 - D
- π 5 - E
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph using the words in the box:
(internet, website, URL, address, domain name)
Every _______ has a unique _______. This _______ is also known as a _______ and includes the _______, which is the main part of the _______.
Answer:
- π website
- π address
- π URL
- π» website
- π domain name
- π‘ internet
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important for websites to have unique URLs?