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The Internet and smart devices  have become  an integral  part of our daily  routine.  While we
                  continue to use social media and the Internet, let us also have a look at the safety aspects we
                  need to consider to create a healthy cyber environment.


                         WHAT IS INTERNET?


                  Internet is also called as "the NET" or Network of Networks, means International Network. It is
                  a network used all over the world where users located at different locations can communicate
                  and exchange information with each other. It is a collection of networks which are connected to
                  one another and forms a global network. Almost everything is available on Internet from online
                  shopping  to  transferring money,  promoting  products,  collecting  information,  etc.  Internet  has
                  transformed our lives and made us more digitized.


                       Advantages of Internet
                  The usage of the Internet has increased over the years as it has many advantages. Let us discuss
                  some of the advantages.

                  Treasure of Information

                  Internet is a hub of information. We can search and access any type of information on any topic
                  through Internet. So, it is used extensively by people to do their project and research.
                  Web Services

                  Internet provides many useful services to us like Chatting, E-mail, Video Conferencing, etc., which
                  help people to connect to each other all around the world. Using these services, organisations
                  can exchange information and conduct meetings with their employees which are located at the
                  different places.

                  Promoting Business
                  Internet also helps companies  to  promote  their products  online through websites  and social
                  networking sites. It allows users to sell their products online.

                  e-Learning

                  Internet has changed the learning from class room to virtual classrooms. These days students can
                  study by sitting at home at their own comfortable timings. Internet is also used by teachers as well
                  as students to collect information on various topics.
                  Entertainment

                  Internet is used by people for entertainment. People can listen to music, watch movies and play
                  games through internet. Internet allows people to read newspapers and magazines online. There
                  are various services on internet like Newsgroups and Blogs where people can contribute as per
                  their interests.

                       Disadvantages of Internet

                  Internet has many advantages  for  the users. But,  as we know that  excess  of everything  is
                  dangerous. So, Internet has some disadvantages also.



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