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Internet Services
Chapter
07
Your Aim
to learn about:
Requirements to Connect to the Internet
Ways to Connect to the Internet
Services on Internet
Netiquettes
The Internet is a global network of millions of computers. It allows us to access and
share information across the world. It is popularly known as network of networks.
The Internet contains billions of websites to provide information and these websites
are a collection of related web pages. It also allows us to find information on any
subject.
REQUIREMENTS TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET
The things required for connecting a computer with an Internet connection are:
Telephone Line
You can connect the Internet to your computer by using a
telephone line. This service is provided by an Internet Service
Provider (ISP).
Modem
Modem stands for Modulator-Demodulator. It transmits
data over telephone lines. The modem can be classified
as:
✶ Internal modem: It is already installed inside the CPU
box/cabinet of a computer in the form of a card.
✶ External modem: It is installed outside the CPU box/
cabinet of a computer in the form of a box and connects
via USB port.
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