Correct Answer:
A. (A) Uniform Resource Locator
In the context of technology, URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator. A URL is a reference to a web resource that specifies its location on a computer network and a mechanism for retrieving it. It is the fundamental addressing scheme for the World Wide Web.
- (A) Uniform Resource Locator is the correct full form of URL. It precisely describes its function as a standardized way to locate resources.
- (B) Universal Resource Locator is incorrect; 'Uniform' emphasizes standardization, not universality.
- (C) Unique Resource Locator is incorrect; while URLs often point to unique resources, 'Unique' is not part of the official acronym.
- (D) Uniform Resource Link is incorrect; 'Locator' accurately describes its role in finding resources, not just linking to them.