UNIT 7: INTERNET
Other internet services: real-time typed conversation that takes place on a computer.
Chat
ISP: provide internet access to a specific geographical area
Regional ISP
Where were the 4 main computers of ARPANET located?
-University of California at Los Angeles, -University of California at St. Barbara, -the Stanford Research Institute, -the University of Utah.
Internet Services: Also known just as the web, consist of a worldwide collection of electronic documents, also known as web pages
the World Wide Web (WWW)
Network created by ARPA which was established in September of 1969, which linked scientific and academic scientists across the US. Allowed scientists at different physical locations to share information and work together on military and scientific projects. It could function even if part of the network were disabled or destroyed by a disaster such as a nuclear attack. Consisted of 4 main computers. Each computer served as a host, which more commonly known today as a server, is basically any computer that provides
ARPANET
Connectivity: Provides high-speed internet connection by communication satellites.
Satellite Modem
manages or supervises research and sets guidelines and standards for the net.
The World Wide Consortium (W3C)
Tthe last section of the domain name. Ex: .com or .gov
Top-level Domain Name or TLD
T/F: MSN is an example of an OSP
True
T/F: Web 2.0 refers to the websites that allow users to modify website contents
True
ISP: provide internet access in cities and towns nationwide.
National ISP
A collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly
Network
Other internet services: online area in that allows users to have a written discussion on specific topics. This service usually requires a newsreader
Newsgroup
ISP: Many members-only features. Include AOL (America Online) and MSN (Microsoft Network)
Online service provider (OSP)
What are some examples of Wireless connection?
1. Fixed wireless 2. Wireless modem 3. Wifi
What are some new supporting structures?
1. ISP (Internet Service Provider) 2. Connectivity
Milestones: ARPANET has over 1,000 computers linked as hosts
1984
Milestones: the National Science Foundation (NSF) connects to ARPANET and becomes known as the internet. NSF connected its 5 supercomputer centers to the ARPANET.
1986
Milestones: NSFnet stops its network on the Internet, and continues to be a research network.
1995
Milestones: Creation of Internet2- connects more than 200 universities and 115 companies by high-speed private network.
1996
Other internet services: a location on the internet that allows users to chat with each other.
A chat room
The internet was a project started by the Pentagon's _________________ _____ _____ ________, an agency under the Department of Defense.
Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA),
Connectivity: Digital Subscriber Line, one type of high speed internet access.
DSL
Landline Connection: takes place when the modem in your computer uses a standard telephone line to connect to the internet. Ex: DSL, Cable
Dial-up access
the text version of an IP address.
Domain name
Other internet services: the transmission of documents through the Internet
E-Filing
Other internet services: the transmission of messages and files via a computer network
Other internet services: allows you to create, send, receive, forward, sore, print, and delete email messages. Ex: Yahoo mail, hotmail, gmail
E-mail program
Other internet services: a computer that allows users to upload and/or download files using FTP
FTP Server
T/F: DSL is a low speed internet access
False,
T/F: IPV6 addresses are used mainly in North America
False, IPV6 addresses are used globally
T/F: Traps are abusive or insulting message
False, flames are abusive or insulting message
T/F: The World Wide Consortium (W3C) controls Internet usage
False, internet belongs to the public. W3C just sets standard.
T/F: The World Wide Web is an application software that allow users to access and view web pages, examples are: Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari, etc.
False, that is the definition of a browser
T/F: The World Wide Web (WWW), alsoknown just as the web is the same as the Internet
False, the World Wide Web is a part of the internet
Connectivity: provides high speed internet access to both homes and businesses through Fiber optic cables
Fiber to the Premises
Other internet services: a standard that permits file uploading and downloading with other computers on the internet.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Connectivity: A dish-shaped antenna that is placed on top of a house or business that accesses high speed internet connection by communicating with a tower location by radio signals
Fixed Wireless
Internet services: the first page of a website, usually named index.html
Homepage
An internet protocol address is number that uniquely identifies each computer or device connected to the internet.
IP Address
Worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals
Internet
Other internet services: also known as a distribution list, is a group of email names and addresses given a single name.
Mailing list
Other internet services: discussion group that is web-based
Message board
IPV4 addresses are used mainly in _______ __________. IPV6 addresses are now used ____________. IPV4 address consists of 4 groups of numbers, each separated by a period. Numbers range from 0-255. Example: 216.362.26.22.
North America; Globally
Other internet services: service enables other users of the internet to speak to each other aka telephony
Voice over IP or VoIP
Connectivity: Wireless fidelity, provides wireless connections through radio signals
WIFI
Internet services: refers to the web sites that allow users to modify website contents, provide a means for users to share personal information, and have application software built into the site for visitors to use. Ex: Social networking websites and email.
Web 2.0 and participatory web
Internet services: a computer that delivers requested web pages to your computer.
Web Server
Internet services: an application software that allows users to access and view web pages. Ex: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, and Safari.
Web browser or browser
Internet Services: an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, audio, and video, also, they usually have built-in connections to other electronic documents.
Web page
Internet services: collection of related web pages, it can include documents, and pictures.
Web site
ISP: Provides wireless Internet access to computers and mobile devices. May Require a wireless modem
Wireless Internet service provider (WISP)
Connectivity: access to an internet connection through a cellular network
Wireless Modem
What are some uses of the internet
•Communication •Research and information •Shopping •Banking and investing •Classes •Entertainment •Download music •Share information
Other internet services: a real-time internet communication service. Ex: MSN messenger
•Instant Messaging or (IM)
What are some netiquette?
•When using the internet, one is vulnerable to danger and attack if they have no awareness. Danger and attack can come from online predators. •Avoid flames or flame wars . Flames are abusive or insulting message •Traps and Privacy •Never give out personal information to random people over the internet •Identity theft is extremely rampant today, privacy is a huge issue