Now this successful technique is used to unravel one of the most important channels of modern communication, the Internet. Today, almost anyone can access vast databases of information, talk to world leaders, or order goods from the other side of the globe, right from their PC. This fascinating book is a masterwork of stylish, innovative presentation that takes an inside look at the largest network in the world.
This book covers a broad range of topics, from how a users can access resources around the world from their home, work, or school, to a close look at the basic tools of the Internet -- FTP, Telnet, and E-mail -- and how they work. Plus it covers the new applications such as the Internet Gopher and the World Wide Web and how they provide easy-to-use dynamic menu systems for Internet users. This is an ideal guide to the many issues a user will face while using the Internet. It will open new doors for both computer enthusiasts or merely interested on-lookers. A fascinating read!
Part I Welcome to the Internet Chapter 1 The Electronic Town Chapter 2 The Global Network Part II Telnet Chapter 3 Connecting Networks Chapter 4 The Internet's Protocols Chapter 5 Connecting Your Computer Chapter 6 Telnet and NASA SPACElink Chapter 7 Telnet and Medline Part III Downloading Files Chapter 8 Finding Files with Archie Chapter 9 File Types Chapter 10 File Compression Chapter 11 Downloading Files Part IV E-mail Chapter 12 E-mail Chapter 13 Anatomy of a Message Chapter 14 Internet Addresses Chapter 15 Mailers and Readers Chapter 16 Mailing Lists Chapter 17 Finding People on the Internet Chapter 18 Connecting with Other Networks and Commercial Services Chapter 19 UseNet and Newsgroups Chapter 20 Netiquiette Part V Other Applications Chapter 21 Gophers Chapter 22 WAIS Chapter 23 The World Wide Web Chapter 24 Audio/Video on the Internet Chapter 25 Virtual Reality and the Internet Part VI Security Issues Chapter 26 Proper Use of the Internet Chapter 27 Protecting Computers and Networks Chapter 28 Viruses, Trojan Horses, and Worms Chapter 29 Cryptography Part VII Management and Future Trends Chapter 30 Running the Internet Chapter 31 The Information Highway