CMSC 2: Introduction to the Internet
What is this course about?
The Internet connects billions of computers around the world. In this course, students learn how people use the Internet to communicate, search for information, transfer files, and create websites. They also learn basic HTML, the language used to build web pages.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Internet | A worldwide network of computers |
| Protocol | A set of rules for communication |
| Search Engine | A website that helps find information |
| FTP | A method of transferring files |
| Electronic mail | |
| HTML | A language used to create web pages |
| Browser | Software used to view websites |
| Website | A collection of web pages |
Discussion Questions
- How often do you use the Internet?
- What search engine do you use most?
- Have you ever created a simple web page?
- What are the advantages of email?
- Why is HTML important?
0 Comments