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Java Internet Cafe
Internet Basics
Introduction
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The Java Internet Café has seven computers
equipped with high-speed modems for you to
use to access the Internet.
We also have many delicious kinds of coffees
including espresso and cappuccino.
Sit back, sip your coffee, and surf the Net.
Agenda
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Exploring the World Wide Web
Finding and Joining Newsgroups
Sending and Receiving E-mail
Overview
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You are learning and using the latest
technology. Good for you!
Our Internet access service is easy to
use.
If you ever need help, ask your server.
Vocabulary
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Browser: A program that provides access to the
World Wide Web (WWW).
Download: To transfer a file from a remote
computer to your computer through a modem
and a telephone line.
Internet: A world-wide system of linked
computer networks.
Vocabulary
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E-mail (electronic mail): The use of a computer
network to send and receive messages.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions): A document
posted to a newsgroup that contains a list of the
most common questions and answers.
Newsgroup: A bulletin board system (BBS)
discussion group that's devoted to a single topic.
Vocabulary
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Usenet: The leading distributed bulletin board
linked through the Internet. It contains more than
1,500 newsgroups.
World Wide Web (WWW): A system of linked
“pages” on the Internet that you navigate by
clicking underlined words (links).
World Wide Web
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Use search engines such as You Who and
Web Weaver to find sites that interest you.
Key in topics of interest and choose the sites
you want to visit.
Click on the underlined site to go to that
“page.”
Add your favorite sites to your Hot List.
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Ask about creating your own Web page.
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Newsgroups
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These discussion groups are devoted to
a single topic.
Search all newsgroups by keying in
words that are related to your interests
Key “training” to find newsgroups on
that subject
E-mail
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Java Internet Café members’ addresses
will be similar to the following:
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your [email protected]
You can send and receive mail from
around the world.
Check your mail regularly.
Be careful about subscribing to mailing
lists that fill up your mailbox quickly.
Summary
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Now you know the basics of Internet
use.
You are ready to explore the Internet.
Ask your server to get you started.
If you have any questions or comments
concerning this presentation, please
contact Melanie.
Have Fun!