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The Internet—                                                    4



                              An Introduction










                       Goal Glimpse

                           Uses of Internet                          Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet
                           Internet Terms                            Using URLs

                          Best Practices Related to Online Safety    Responsibilities of a Good Digital Citizen



                  When two or more computers are connected, they
                  create what is known as a computer network.
                  The  Internet  is a vast network  of millions  of

                  interconnected computers across the world that
                  enables us to retrieve  information, share data,
                  communicate with others, and engage in online
                  commerce, such as buying and selling products.

                     USES OF INTERNET


                  The various uses of the Internet have been discussed below:
                  E-mail

                  E-mail is a  digital  communication tool  that  allows you  to  send and  receive
                  electronic messages. Unlike postal mail, which can take considerable time to reach

                  its destination, e-mail delivers your messages instantly to recipients anywhere in
                  the world.

                  E-mail offers several advantages compared to telephone, fax and postal services:
                      It is sent and delivered immediately if you are connected to the Internet.

                      It is a free service, allowing you to send and receive messages at no cost.

                      It can be sent at any time and from anywhere in the world.
                  Information


                  The Internet is a vast source of information, where you can find details on almost
                  any subject imaginable.


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