Introduction

Have you ever wondered what the Internet is and how it works?

This section on basic information is designed for the absolute beginner and will give you general information about the Internet. It includes information about how computers are linked, what the web is, and also what equipment is required to access the Internet. There is other interesting information that will assist you to understand just what the Internet really is.

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1. What is the Internet?

2. How are computers linked?

3. What can you do on the Internet?

4. Who owns and controls the Internet?

5. What is the difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web?

6. What do you need to connect to the Internet?

7. Where to now?