Java Internet Cafe

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Java Internet Cafe
Internet Basics
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Introduction

• 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.

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Agenda

• Exploring the World Wide Web
• Finding and Joining Newsgroups
• Sending and Receiving E-mail

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Overview

• 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.

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Vocabulary

• 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.

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Vocabulary

• 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.

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Vocabulary

• 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).

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World Wide Web

• 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.
• Ask about creating your own Web page.

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Newsgroups

• 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

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E-mail

• Java Internet Café members addresses will be
  similar to the following
• your name_at_cybershop.com
• 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.

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Summary

• 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!