Using the Internet as a Source of Information
Https
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure. If this appears at the start of a URL in the address bar, it shows that the website is secure. There may also be a padlock symbol o the address bar
Favourites/Bookmarks
Save webpages visited on a regular basis. Saves time typing in website address or using a search engine
Web Browser
Software application that allows you to access, retrieve and view information from the Internet e.g. Chrome
Hyperlink
Text or a graphic that when clicked takes the user to a part of a website or to another file. When you move the mouse over the hyperlink, it usual changes from an arrow to a hand.
Search Engine
Webpage that allows you to type in keywords to describe the information you are interested in. A list of pages that contain related content will then be displayed
Internet
A network of connected computers over a large geographical area (the world!)
Blog
Allows the communication of thoughts and opinions on a particular topic
Intranet
An internal network of computers used to share information within an organisation e.g. GLOW
Podcast/Vodcast
Audio and video files that can be downloaded via the Internet to a handheld device such as a PDA or iPod and listened to at the individual's convenience
Address Bar
Enter the URL of the webpage you want to visit e.g. www.google.co.uk
