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Talkomatic was the first online chat system. It was created by
Doug Brown and David R. Wolley in 1973.
Downloading Data
Getting the data from the Internet
(server) to the client computer (user’s
computer) is known as downloading.
You can download innumerable
games, music, videos, movies, and a
host of other entertainment software
from the Internet, most of which are
free.
Uploading Data
Copying the data from your computer (user’s computer) to
the Internet (server) is known as Uploading. This process is
generally used when you want to send some photographs,
articles, or files to your friends, family, etc.
You can upload the data using Google Drive.
i + ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF THE INTERNET
The internet has various advantages and disadvantages that are discussed below.
Advantages of the Internet
1. It helps to read newspapers online.
2. It is used for buying and selling items online.
3. It helps people to work from home.
4. It also provides a great source of education and information.
Disadvantages of the Internet
1. It can be a potential source of online threats and malware attacks.
2. It is addictive and can lead to wastage of time.
3. There are always chances of exposure to inappropriate or graphic content.
Info Byte
The Internet allows us to do online booking of hotels, railway tickets, air tickets, etc.
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