Which of the following is a characteristic of Web 2.0 applications?

AMultiple users schedule their time to use them one by one

BThey are focused on the ability of people to collaborate and share information online ✓ Correct

CThey provide users with content rather than letting users create it

DThey use only static pages

Correct answer: (B) They are focused on the ability of people to collaborate and share information online

Explanation

A key characteristic of Web 2.0 is its focus on people collaborating and sharing information online.

The idea that many users take turns one by one describes old single access systems, not Web 2.0.

Giving users only ready made content without letting them create it fits Web 1.0, not Web 2.0.

Using only static pages also describes the earlier web, since Web 2.0 is dynamic.

Web 2.0 emphasises participation, user generated content and interaction.

Examples include social networks, wikis and blogs built around user contribution.

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