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What is the first step a web browser takes when you enter a URL in the address bar?

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Intro to Computing - How the Internet Works
What is the first step a web browser takes when you enter a URL in the address bar?
AIt sends a request to the DNS server to find the website's IP address
BIt immediately downloads the website content
CIt opens the browser settings
DIt clears the browser cache
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand URL processing

    When a URL is entered, the browser needs to find the IP address of the website to connect to it.

  2. Step 2: Role of DNS server

    The browser sends a request to the DNS server to translate the website name into an IP address.

  3. Final Answer:

    It sends a request to the DNS server to find the website's IP address -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    First step = DNS request [OK]
Quick Trick: Browser asks DNS for IP before loading page [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking browser downloads page immediately
  • Confusing DNS with browser cache
  • Assuming browser opens settings first

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