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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| internet | is a gigantic computer network that connects computers across the world. |
| World Wide Web | is a way of accsessing the huge collection of information,service,and Web sites availble through the INTERNET |
| Web Site | is a specific location on the WEB that contains a collection of related files and resources by an person, group, or organization. |
| Uniform resource locator | a WEB SITE'S own unique internet address than no one other than the web site uses |
| Internet service provider | is a company that sells you access to the Internet, usually for monthly fee |
| Spam | IS LIKE JUNK MAIL. |
| Firewall | Is a hardware or software that protects a computer or network from intruders |
| Home Page | the first web site page you see when your browser opens |
| Drill Down | To move from general information to more detailed iinformation by exploring a series of folders, drop-down menus, or Web pages. |
| Site Map | an index of all the main pages in the site that you may use to jump straight to a page without drilling down |
| Bookmark | is a shortcut stored in your browser that takes you dirctly naigate to the web page |
| Favorites | the INTERNET EXPLORER browser, bookmarks |
| History | is when your browser keeps track of every page you have visited for the past few days or even weeks |
| Print Preview | allows you to view a page so you can see how it will look when it is printed |
| Search engine | A Web Site used to seek out other Web pages using keywords |
| Boolean search | is a search that uses keywords plus special symbols to find the exact information you want by eliminating search results that are too general or too broad |
| netiquette | the rules or manners used in electronic communications |
| Electronic Mail E-mail | a communication sent from one person to another over the internet |
| Web Browser | is a software program that lets you surf the Web and internet with Web sites |