The Internet

The Internet

With a computer, a cable modem or a modem and a phone line, and the right software, you can enter a vast universe of information and interaction on-line. This on-line universe, known as the Internet, is a huge worldwide network of computers and other networks. What a highway system is to transportation, the Internet is to data. Research tools, documents, files and mailing lists are all readily accessible there. Network services, such as electronic mail, file transfer (FTP), World Wide Web and Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) and remote login (TELNET) are offered by any computer that has implemented the full set of TCP/IP protocols (the highway system's driving formats and rules).

Basic terminology:
Before moving ahead in the vast ocean called the Internet it is a must to know certain terms and protocols used by the Internet.

Network:
The word "network" refers to all the wires, special computers, and agreements that allow a set of computers to be connected t...