Which statement about the Internet is true, given common definitions?

• A. A local area network
• B. A global network connecting millions of computers, making it possible to exchange information
• C. A hardware device used for routing data
• D. A software application for browsing

Answer: (B)

The Internet is a global network that connects millions of computers, making it possible to exchange information. This means it’s not just one network or a single device, but a vast system of interconnected networks that use common communication protocols to send data between devices across the world. A local area network is limited to a small area like a building or campus, so it doesn’t capture the global reach of the Internet. A hardware device used for routing data is a router, which helps move data between networks but isn’t the Internet itself. A software application for browsing is a browser, which is a tool you use to access content on the Internet, not the network that carries the data. So the true statement is that the Internet is a global network connecting millions of computers to enable information exchange.