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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi uses radio frequency to connect to the Internet. Wireless
connections are possible through the modem, which picks up
Internet signals and sends them to computers. Wi-Fi doesn’t require
cable to provide Internet access. The main advantage of Wi-Fi is
the “always on” connection that can be accessed from any location
under network coverage.
Mobile Internet
It allows users to access the Internet over a smartphone or tablet provided offer voice plans with
Internet access. This connection provides a good speed for the Internet. The main advantage of
Mobile Internet is to access the Internet anywhere within range of a Mobile network signal only.
Hotspots
Hotspots are sites that offer Internet access. It utilises Wi-Fi technology, which allows computers
to connect to the Internet. It is mainly used on smartphones.
USING WEB BROWSER
You know that Web browser is an application software that is used to find information from
the different websites.
You need to connect to the Internet before opening a web
browser. Once you have established a connection, open
your browser by following these steps: 2
Step 1: Click on Start button on the Windows taskbar.
Step 2: When the list of Apps opens, find the name of
your browser and click it. A web browser window
opens. 1
USING URLs
You have learnt in previous class that every Web page has a unique address called a Uniform
Resource Locator, or URL. URLs are the key to navigating the Web. When you provide a URL
to the browser, it finds that URL’s Web page and then transfers the Web page to your PC. The
content of the Web page then appears in the Web browser window.
To open a Web page, follow these steps:
Step 1: Type the URL in the browser's Address bar.
Step 2: Press the Enter key from the keyboard.
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