INTERNET BASICS: What is the Internet? What can it do for you? How do you get access to the Internet? How much does it cost? What should you look out for? Learn
important terminology and concepts. WEB BROWSERS Use Web Browsers (programs used to access the Internet) such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer. SEARCH ENGINES Use Search Engines (programs used to find information) such as Google and Yahoo!. Learn many useful techniques to narrow down a search. DOWNLOAD FILES Download files. Save files. Avoid computer viruses. E-MAIL Compose and send e-mail messages, reply to e-mail, and attach a file to e-mail. PREREQUISITES: Introduction to Windows or comparable experience. Course handout will cover Netscape, Internet Explorer, and AOL. Internet Explorer will be used in class. |
