_____ is a group of Internet-based applications that build on the ideological and technological foundations of Web 2.0, and that allow the creation and exchange of user-generated content.

A) Social media
B) Static media
C) An intranet
D) A cookie

Social media is a group of Internet-based applications that allow for the creation and exchange of user-generated content, and it is built on the foundations of Web 2.0. Examples of social media platforms include Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Static media refers to content that is fixed and unchanging, such as traditional print media like newspapers or books. An intranet is a private network that is only accessible to an organization's employees or members. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on a user's computer by a website, often used for tracking purposes.