Uses of internet

THEORY

1. Introduction

2. What is the internet?

3. The WWW

4. Web sites & browsers

5. Uses of the Internet

6. Benefits of the internet

7. Benefits of the internet

8. Issues with the internet

9. Issues with the internet

10. Future of the internet

11. Future of the internet cont

5. Uses of the InternetResearch and homework

The internet is a fantastic place to research information for a project or piece of homework. It doesn't matter what topic you have been set, you can guarantee that you will find something on the subject.

 

Communication

The internet opens up many different possible ways to communicate with others. Here are some:

EmailBlogsSocial networking sites e.g. Facebook, Myspace, BeboChatroomsForumsVoip - internet telephone

 

Shopping

Whatever you want to buy, you can pretty much guarantee that you can find it for sale somewhere on the internet.

Find out more about ecommerce by reading the ecommerce theory section

 

 

Leisure and Entertainment

There are many different ways that you can choose to spend your time online and amuse yourself. Here are a few:

Playing online gamesListening to music (mp3 download or live streaming)Reading online books and e-booksWatching online videos e.g. YouTubeLooking for holidays or concert ticketsReading about your hobbiesKeeping up-to-date with the news and sporting eventsWatching 'catch up' television from the main channels

 Exploring the world

The internet has many services that help you explore the world.

Satellite and mapping applications e.g. Google EarthTravel sites providing details of other placesLive web cams showing other parts of the worldAlmanacs and encyclopedias

There are always new things turning up on the internet as entrepreneurs think of the next great service that everyone wants.

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