The Internet is a vast collection of computers that are interconnected through Internet Service Providers (ISP's) and are catalogued by DNS servers. But what IS the Internet, in practical terms? The Internet is an extensive wealth of information at one's fingertips, and the network infrastructure that allows that data to be shared. All content is stored on other computers and requested as needed, so "surfing" the "net does not take a lot of storage space. Private companies or individuals create all of the web pages that there are; there is not a sole organization that creates or owns "the internet". While there are several organizations that monitor activity and content on the 'net, it is impossible to read every one of the 2,469,940,685* plus websites in existence today. Since private individuals create over 80% of those sites, there is no way to know if what your reading is true or if someone made it up. Most websites offer genuine facts and are useful. But there are also inaccurate web pages, Internet scams, email fraud, website hacking, and other malicious Internet behavior. Nevertheless, the positive side of the Internet exceeds negative.
On the Internet, there are many tools that can make our lives better and our work more efficient. A search engine is one type of these tools. Search engines find and display websites that match input criteria. Google is one of the biggest search engines on the web, and is the most widely used. Google includes a multitude of useful tools, such as content filters for stopping inappropriate search results. On September 11, 2001, there were over 6000 searches for "CNN" on Google per minute. This is just one example of how many people rely on the Internet as a source of news. There are many other search engines on the "net besides Google, but "caveat emptor", there are some such as Ask Jeeves that produce search results based on how much websites pay them; the more money the more there site appears.
The Internet: A Link to the World Imagine talking about the latest elections with someone three thousand miles away without receiving a large phone bill; or sending a letter to a friend or relative and having it arrive one second later. How would it feel to know that any source of information is...
As the Internet grew quickly, changes were necessary. ... Education is becoming popular with the Internet. More than 51% of instructional rooms had Internet access in 1998, classes and seminars can be taken over the Internet. ... Tutoring over the Internet is also available (Reid 42). Business on the Internet is a growing technology. ...
The Internet is actually a worldwide network. ... Protocols and browsers make up the Internet and also have a lot to do with how the Internet works. ... The basis for the Web is the Internet. The Web is built on the Internet, and makes use of many of the mechanisms the Internet provides. ... On November 1, 1988, a malicious program called the "Internet Worm" temporarily disabled many Internet host. ...
The Internet and My future in It The internet is, quite literally, a network of networks. ... Despite the recent hype, the Internet is not a new phenomenon. ... The technology of the future is the Internet. ... I plan to be a partner for a business on the Internet. ... The Internet supports online education. ...
"The Internet" The Internet has become very important in today's society. ... The Internet is also vital to the advertisement industry. ... Many individuals are turning to the Internet these days allowing the Internet Corporation to make billions of dollars. ... However, the Internet can also be used for evil purposes. ... The internet can be useful to children. ...
THE INTERNET In the last decade the Internet has grown from a dream into the most advanced reality. ... Like anything in the world the Internet also has a few bad points, however I think that the good points of the Internet out weigh the bad ones. ... The Internet is also a wonderful tool for extensive research. ... Like anything else the Internet has it's bad points. ... Sure there are a few problems with the Internet, but the problems do not add up to services that the Internet provides. ...
THE INTERNET In the last decade the Internet has grown from a dream into the most advanced reality. ... Like anything in the world the Internet also has a few bad points, however I think that the good points of the Internet out weigh the bad ones. ... The Internet is also a wonderful tool for extensive research. ... Like anything else the Internet has it's bad points. ... Sure there are a few problems with the Internet, but the problems do not add up to services that the Internet provides. ...
The Internet The Internet is like a network of networks where any computer can link up to information stored within it. ... The Internet is a very good place to advertise companies. ... The Internet is an endless source of information. ... There are also many disadvantages of the Internet. ... The Internet is full of viruses and hackers. ...
The Internet I use the large network of computers, called the Internet, every day. ... The Internet is a fabulous information highway. ... Another great function of the Internet is Internet trading. There are a lot of Internet shops. ... I have even send flowers over the Internet! ...
Internet Addiction Research Paper Theme: Social Impact of the Internet 8 October 1997 ABSTRACT The Internet is the largest source of information in the world today. ... Is it Live, or is it Internet? Internet Addiction The Internet is the largest most versatile source of information in the world today. ... On the Internet, there is no direct communication. ... The list of Internet Addiction symptoms is long. ...
