Question

_______ is a standard communications protocol used to connect computer networks around the world.
a. the internet c. video
b. television d. the world wide web

please select the best answer from the choices provided

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option a (The Internet): The Internet is a global network of computer networks connected via standard communication protocols (like TCP/IP).
• Option b (Television): A medium for broadcasting, not a protocol to connect computer networks.
• Option c (Video): A form of media, not a network - connecting protocol.
• Option d (The World Wide Web): A system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via the Internet, not the protocol - based network itself.

So, the Internet is the standard communications - protocol - based network to connect computer networks globally.

Answer:

A. The Internet