Definition of Internet

i.Internet is a worldwide network of computers that share information.

ii.The Internet is a global network connecting millions of computers.
iii.It is also defined as a global system of interconnected computer networks
that use the Internet protocol suite to link devices worldwide.

Internet Terminologies

1. Cyber café: An internet café or cyber café is a place which provides

internet access to the public, usually for a fee.
2. Download: To transfer a file from a remote computer to a local computer.
In other words, it means to transfer a file from a web server to a web client.
3. Upload: To transfer a file from a local computer to a remote computer. In
other words, it means to transfer a file from a web client to a web server.
4. E-mail: An email is mail that is electronically transmitted by your computer.
5. Email Address: An email address is the name of an electronic postbox that
can receive and send email messages on a network.
6. Homepage: It is the first page that appears when you visit any website. It is
also the page of a Web site that provides the introduction or content with links.
7. HTTP: HTTP is an abbreviation for Hypertext Transfer Protocol. It is the set
of rules by which Web pages are transferred across the Internet.
8 URL: URL Stands for "Uniform Resource Locator." A URL is the address of
a specific webpage or file on the Internet.
9. World Wide Web (WWW): It is defined as part of the internet that contains
linked text, image sound, and video documents.
10. Website: A Website is a collection of World Wide Web pages or files.
Examples of website address include: www.cmpnote.blogspot.com,
www.nairaland.com, www.waeconline.org, www.facebook.com etc
11. Webpage: A Web page is a single hypertext file or a page that is part of a
Website
12. Web server: A server is a computer that delivers web content to a web
browser.
13. HTML (Hypertext Markup Language): It is the language of the web.
14. ISP (Internet Service Provider): ISP is an organization that provides
access to the internet and web hosting.
15. Browse: The term to describe a user’s movement across the web
16. Web Browser (Internet Browser): A software program used to display
web pages. It is also defined as is a software application for retrieving,
presenting, and traversing (moving through) information resources on the
World Wide Web.
 Types of Internet Browser

a. Mozilla Firefox
b. Opera browser
c. Microsoft Internet Explorer (Microsoft edge)
d. Google Chrome
e. Apple Safari, etc

Features of Internet Browser

An internet browser has many different parts. They include:

1. Title bar: Displays the name of the open web page
2. Menu bar: The menu bar can be used to activate commands. Depending
on the browser you are using, some contain the following: File, edit, view,
tools, Bookmark, help, etc
3. Address Bar: An address bar is a component of an Internet browser which
is used to input and show the address of a website. The web address is
generally given in lowercase letters and is case-insensitive. There are no
spaces in a webpage or website address.
4. Status Bar: Status bar displays the status of the current page
5. Scroll Bar: This provides vertical or horizontal scrolling through the web
pages.
 6. Standard toolbar: Standard toolbar has many different buttons. They are
explained below.
a. Back: To go back to the previously viewed page
b. Forward: To move forward to a page which was viewed
c. Stop: To halt loading of the webpage.
d. Refresh/Reload: To refresh the contents of the currently displayed webpage
from the start
e. Home: To go to the homepage of the currently viewed website.
f. History: It displays a list of previously viewed website
g. Print: Prints the webpage with the default printer settings.

Uses of the Internet

1. The Internet is used for communication to any part of the world

2. The internet is used to search for information on the web through search
engines
3. It is used in sending and receiving messages.
4. It is used for chatting
5. It can be used in the planning of trips. E,g. GPS.
6. It can be used for advertisement and marketing. Etc

Benefits of the Internet

a. Global Resource Sharing: It enables us to share resources globally,

including files, software, research data, and collaborative projects, fostering
innovation and knowledge exchange across geographical boundaries.
b. Fast Information Access: The internet allows virtually instantaneous
access to a vast ocean of information, empowering individuals with knowledge
on almost any topic imaginable.
c. Cost-Effectiveness: It is often cost-effective for communication, education,
and accessing services compared to traditional methods, reducing expenses
for individuals and organizations alike.
d. Convenient Online Banking: It securely allows for convenient online
banking transactions, enabling users to manage their finances, pay bills, and
transfer funds from the comfort of their homes.
e. E-education: Facilitates remote learning through online courses, virtual
classrooms, and access to educational materials, democratizing education
and offering flexible learning opportunities.
f. E-friends: Enables the formation and maintenance of social connections
with people across the world, fostering diverse communities and supporting
long-distance relationships.
g. E-entertainment: Provides a wide array of entertainment options, including
streaming services, online gaming, digital music, and interactive content,
catering to diverse interests.
h. E-commerce: Fuels a global marketplace for buying and selling goods and
services online, offering convenience, wider selection, and new economic
opportunities for businesses and consumers.
i. Enhanced Communication: The internet provides diverse and instant
communication channels, including email, instant messaging, video
conferencing, and social media, facilitating personal and professional
interactions regardless of location.
l. Healthcare Advancements: The internet supports advancements in
healthcare through telemedicine, online consultations, access to medical
information, and remote patient monitoring, improving healthcare delivery and
accessibility.

Abuse of the Internet

i. It is used by imposters to defraud people: This involves individuals or

groups creating fake online identities to deceive others, often for financial gain
through scams, phishing, or other fraudulent activities.
ii. Piracy of software: This refers to the unauthorized copying, distribution, or
use of software, which violates copyright laws and deprives developers of
rightful compensation.
iii. Pornography: The widespread availability of explicit sexual material
online, especially its accessibility to children and the potential for harmful
content, raises significant ethical and social concerns.
iv. Hacking: This involves gaining unauthorized access to computer systems
or networks, often with malicious intent such as stealing data, disrupting
services, or causing damage.
v. Plagiarism: This is the act of presenting someone else's work or ideas as
your own without proper attribution, which is a serious ethical and academic
offense.
vi. Computer virus: These are malicious software programs that can
replicate themselves and spread to other computers, often causing damage to
files, system malfunctions, or data theft.
vii. Cyberbullying: This involves the use of electronic communication to bully
a person, typically by sending messages that are mean, hurtful, or
threatening. It can have severe emotional and psychological impacts on the
victim.