FINLANDIA SCHOOLThe Internet is the global network of networks (a WAN). It is the hardware (cables, satellites, routers) that connects the world.
The world wide web(www) is a service that runs on the internet. It is a vast collection of interconnected websites and webpages that you can access.
A web Browser is a software application that is installed on your computer that access, retrieve and display websites. Examples are: Google Chrome, Mozilla FireFox, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari
A search engine is a special website that helps you find other websites e.g. Google, Bing, Yahoo
E-mail is a service that allows users to send and receive digital messages over the internet
Email address structure: [email protected]
username: your unique name
@symbol: the "at" sign, which separates the user from the domain
Domain.com: the name of the email provider e.g. gmail.com, yahoo.com, outlook.com
Email etiquette (rules of a polite email)
1. use a clear subject line
2. use a proper salutation
3. be clear and concise
4. use a proper closing
5. check spelling and grammar
6. Do not use all CAPs(it means shouting).