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Reading Homework (ch1)

Lesson 03 Video

Overview #

In this lesson we will discuss how the Internet works at a high level and how data is shared over the World Wide Web (WWW).

Why This Lesson is Important #

This lesson gives a very high level overview of all the technologies used in web development. While you are not expected to be an expert in everything having a general understanding of the terminology can help you be a better web developer.

Important topics that this module covers:

  • Web History
  • IP addresses, domain names, and URLs
  • HTTP
  • Web trends
  • Introduction to HTML
  • Introduction to CSS
  • Introduction to JavaScript

Additional Reading #

zyBooks #

For this homework, you will need to log into zyBooks with the link below and complete the assigned challenge and participation questions. There is nothing you need to submit for this homework all your progress is saved automatically by the textbook. Only work done before the due date (and late work policy) will be counted towards your grade.

Grading #

This reading assignment is worth 20 points. The due date is listed on the course homepage. Your grade will be calculated with the formula: Math.floor(%complete * 20) = Total Points. For example, if you completed 80% of the assigned challenge and participation questions your grade would be .8 * 20 = 16.

Accessibility #

zyBooks provided an enhanced accessability mode that you can have activated. More information is located on the zyBooks website!