INTERNET
APPLICATIONS
The term internet
refers to a connection of a computer to any other computer anywhere in the
world via dedicated routers and servers for the purpose of communication.
When two computers are connected over the Internet, you can send and receive all kinds of information such as text, graphics, voice, video, and computer programs.
When two computers are connected over the Internet, you can send and receive all kinds of information such as text, graphics, voice, video, and computer programs.
THE USES OF INTERNET
The Internet is
particularly well-suited in studies on the following areas:
1.Communication and collaboration example the use
of emails
2. Research, helpful online academic materials can be used in research as references.
2. Research, helpful online academic materials can be used in research as references.
3. Accessing online libraries, online libraries can be accessed via the internet.
4. Distance learning, and teaching via the
Internet
The following are
different types of internet connections:
Dial-Up: Dial-up connections require users to link the phone line to a computer in order to access the Internet.
Broadband: This high-speed Internet connection is
provided through either cable or telephone companies. One of the fastest options
available, broadband Internet uses multiple data channels to send large
quantities of information.
DSL: It stands for Digital Subscriber Line, uses
existing 2-wire copper telephone line connected to one’s home so service is
delivered at the same time as a landline telephone.
Cable: It is a form of broadband access. In cable
connections, there is a physical connection (cable) from the internet source to
the computer. Satellite: In certain areas where a broadband connection is not yet
offered, a satellite Internet option may be available. Similar to wireless
access, satellite connection utilizes a modem
ISDN: It stands for Integrated Services Digital
Network, allows users to send data, voice and video content over digital
telephone lines or standard telephone wires.
Wireless: Radiofrequency bands are used in place of
telephone or cable networks
internet devices
Internet devices are
components that you connect to each other in order to get an internet connection.
In order for you to connect to the internet you need the following hardware:
1. Computer
2. Modem
The modem receives internet signals from the Internet Service Provider (ISP)
3. The router
distributes
the internet to internal network devices.
4. Network card
network card, an
Ethernet port is where you connect Ethernet cable to your computer, a network
card is a device attached to an Ethernet port. A network card has a unique
number called mark address that helps to identify your computer on the internet.
5. Ethernet cable
Ethernet cable is a
wire used to interconnect internet devices to enable the flow of data from one
device to another. A computer a device that helps you to use the internet, in a computer there are browsers
Creating a Home
Internet Connection
To connect a home
computer to the internet you will need the following things:
1. A computer
2. modem
3. A telephone line is inserted into a modem.
It
can be obtained from Internet Service Providers like Airtel, Vodacom, Tigo
TTCL and others.
4. An account with an internet service provider
(ISP). This is a registration of your telephone
line so that you can recharge it.
To configure the internet
devices:
Configure Internet
devices
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the
port on the cable modem labeled, "Internet" or "Ethernet."
2. Connect a computer and a router using an
Ethernet cable.
3. Repeat
above step for each PC that needs an Internet connection.
4. Press
the power button on the computer to boot Windows. Click "Start," and
then click "Control Panel".
5. Type "Network" in the search box and
then click "Network and Sharing Center."
6. Click
"Set up a new connection or network" and then double-click
"Connect to the Internet." Windows will take a few seconds to connect
your PC to the Internet.
7. Click "Start" and then click
"Programs" and next click "Internet Explorer" to test the
Internet connection. Type a URL in the address bar and press "Enter
QUESTION
1. Define the term internet.
2. What is
a modem and how it used?
3. What is the difference between a network card
and an Ethernet Cable?
4. Describe the types of internet connections.
REFERENCE
1. Essential
Skills for Internet Use. (n.d.). Retrieved December 17, 2014, from
http://en.copian.ca/library/learning/trl/internet_use/internet_use.pdf.
2. Tim,
L. (1989). Basic Internet Skills Series. Retrieved December 18, 2014, from
http://www.scpl.org/resources_services/internet_links/Basic_Internet.pdf.
3. Basic
Internet Skills. (n.d.). Retrieved December 17, 2014, from
http://www.netliteracy.org/wpcontent/uploads/2012/07/Basic-Internet-Skills.pdf.