What is the web?

The World Wide Web is a collected works of electronic documents that are linked together very much like a spider web. The electronic documents are stored on servers and sent out when the request for the URL is made.

• The Language of the Internet
• World Wide Web Basics
• Surfing the Net

What you need to know or have in order to surf the net

To begin with, you need a computer. A computer that is Internet capable is essential. If you purchased an inexpensive or older computer, make sure you ask if it is Internet ready.

Make sure to ask if the computer has web browser software. If it does not, it can be purchased at any computer store. Web browser software allows you to access the World Wide Web.

An Internet service provider (ISP) is the company that you pay every month to remain on the Internet. A DSL or Broadband connection is recommended. Dial is slow and often frustrating.

If there is too much Internet activity, you may get booted off the Internet and have to start all over again.

Servers - A server is where all of your information is stored. Servers are usually part of the ISP.

Routers and switches are needed if there is more then one computer or if they are networked together. Routers and switches direct the flow of information to the correct computer.