(a) Explain home page. (b)(i) Mention two reasons why computers are connected. (ii) Mention two reasons why computers are not connected. (c) List four addit...

(a) Home page

A home page is the main or opening page of a website. It is the first page that is displayed when a website is opened in a browser, and it usually gives an introduction to the site and contains links (menus) to the other pages of the site.

(b)(i) Two reasons why computers are connected

1. To share resources such as printers, files and Internet access.
2. To communicate and exchange data quickly (for example e-mail, messaging and information sharing).

(b)(ii) Two reasons why computers are not connected

1. To keep the data on the computer secure and private (an unconnected computer cannot be attacked by hackers or network viruses).
2. To avoid the cost of networking equipment, and where there is no need to share resources.

(c) Four additional items needed to send an e-mail

1. A computer or smart device.
2. An Internet connection.
3. An e-mail account / address (with an e-mail program or web-mail service).
4. The recipient's e-mail address.