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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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