A school has recently introduced an online learning platform that students can access from home. (a) Explain what is meant by an ISP (Internet Service Provi...
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A school has recently introduced an online learning platform that students can access from home.
(a) Explain what is meant by an ISP (Internet Service Provider). [2]
(b) Describe two services an ISP typically provides. [2]
(c) The school uses HTTPS for its learning platform. Explain why HTTPS is used instead of HTTP. [3]
Answer Details
(a) An ISP (Internet Service Provider) is a company that provides users with access to the internet. [1] It does this by connecting users to the internet backbone through various connection technologies such as broadband, fibre optic, or mobile data. [1]
(b) Two services an ISP typically provides:
- Hosting web pages and providing email services for customers, allowing them to have their own websites and email accounts. [1]
- Providing technical support to help users diagnose and resolve connectivity issues or configuration problems. [1]
(c) HTTPS is used instead of HTTP because it incorporates SSL/TLS encryption to secure all data transmitted between the user's browser and the school's server. [1] This protects sensitive information such as student login credentials and personal data from being intercepted during transmission. [1] HTTPS also verifies the identity of the website through digital certificates, giving users assurance they are connecting to the genuine school platform and not a fraudulent copy. [1]
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