JAVA INTERNET CAFÉ

Internet Basics

WELCOME

Sit back Sip your coffee Surf the Net

INTRODUCTION

The Java Internet Café has seven computers

Fiber optic connections give you high-speed access to the Internet

Wireless network access to printers We also have many delicious kinds of

coffees including espresso and cappuccino

AGENDA

Exploring the World Wide Web Finding and joining social networking groups Sending and receiving E-mail

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

VOCABULARY

Browser: A program that provides access to the World Wide Web (WWW). Our PCs use Internet Explorer Our Macs use Safari

World Wide Web (WWW): A system of linked “pages” on the Internet that you navigate by clicking underlined words (links).

Download: To transfer a file from a remote computer to your computer.

Internet: A world-wide system of linked computer networks.

VOCABULARY E-mail (electronic mail): The use of a computer network to send

and receive messages. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions): A document contains a list of

the most common questions and answers. Search Engine: A Web site designed to help you find other sites on

the Web. Google Bing

WORLD WIDE WEB

Use search engines to find Web sites that interest you

Search topics of interest Click links to the sites you want to visit Add your favorite sites to your Favorites List Ask about creating your own Web page

E-MAIL

Java Internet Café members’ addresses will be similar to the following: your name@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

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 Maria