The Internet

Product Description

Are you feeling lost in cyberspace?
Do you know the difference between the Net and the Web?
Don't panic! The Usborne Book of The Internet cuts through the technobabble surrounding the Internet and introduces it clearly and concisely. The book tells you exactly how to get connected to the New, describes the hardware and software you will need, and helps you select a company to connect you.
Once you are online, there's much more to do than just send e-mails and look at web pages. Whether you want to play chess against a master in Tokyo, go shopping in New York, or watch a volcano erupting in Hawaii, this book shows you how. With 101 fascinating projects to tackle, you'll soon develop the skills and techniques that will make you an expert Net surfer.