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Internet Search Engines |
This vast network of networks spans the globe and allows computers
users from most parts of the world to connect to other computers and communicate
with other users. Refered to as "The Information Super Highway," "The National
Information Infrastructure," "The InfoBahn," "Cyberspace," and many others
more glowing and more critical, the Internet has doubled size each month
or two since 1995. With growth this rapid, it is no wonder there are many
potholes along the way. This class and this HomePage are designed to help
you avoid or gracefully maneuver these potholes. Search Engines are used to browse or surf the Internet. There
are numerous search engines and you should experiment using search engines
until you find the one or two you like best. To go to a number of search
engines, click below:
Email & Electronic Postcards |
Email (electronic mail) is quicker, less expensive (not including
the cost of the hardward), and often more convenient than "snail mail"
(conventional US Postage Service mail). People use email to communicate with
friends, relatives, like-minded strangers, mentors, fellow students, and
many others.
There are numerous email systems available to users. Some are expensive and
very sophisticated. Others are free (freeware) or inexpensive (shareware)
and very user-friendly. In this class, you will use First Class. Another
easy to use package which is extensively used is Eudora.
Email and be used to:
Electronic postcards can also be used as a form of communication. Users can
create drawings, scan photographs or images, etc. for use with the
postcards.
"Electronic Postcard Web Sites"
Creating Home Pages |
Conducting Electronic Research |
Using the Internet for K - 12 Education |
Updated: June 12, 1998