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Introduction to the Internet

An aid to understanding the Internet - what it is and how it works.
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InternetMillions of computers linked by telephone lines
ModemA device that links the PC to the phone
ISPInternet Service Provider
BrowserInternet Explorer
Search EngineDatabase of information
Home PageFirst page on Internet
VirusContagious computer program
URLWeb Address (uniform resource locator)
WWWworld wide web
WebsiteIndividual location of information on the web
OnlineConnected to the web
Flat rateA single charge for unlimited Internet use
Dial up connectionCannot use your phone when on-line
Broadband connectionCan use your phone while on-line
DownloadTransfer of files from Web to PC
CookieA file which stores information about you
HyperlinkText or picture that, when clicked on, takes you to another web page


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