Browsing the Web

              IP (Internet Protocol) address is requested from a web server. Based upon the explicit numbered address, the server connects with the location of the web page.  To facilitate users, a domain name, which is broken down into four designating components, is given to correspond with the sites IP address.

  Web sites can vary in their content and purpose. Principally, they are designed to accommodate specific users for a specific goal. In gaining access to the information they provide, a process of client/server computing is utilized, whereas a web page’s

                Much of chapter two within Discovering the Internet illustrated the locations and usage of tools to utilize the Web. It demonstrated the method of navigating over home pages and their features, such as display area, tabs and access tools, to opening web pages for applied use. I was familiar with much of its initial recommendations. Even so, I did learn the simple process to activate pop-up blocking.

                In my particular field of Communications, the use of RSS (Really Simple Syndication) has been emphasized as a vital tool. These feeds will allow me to actively keep abreast of media news and updates. The step by step illustration enabled me to understand how to successfully find and subscribe to various feeds. There was still a need to effectively create RSS feeds that the chapter did not elaborate upon, so I am seeking information through sites such as http://codex.wordpress.org/Customizing_Feeds.

                Another area of unfamiliarity to me was the subjects of Cookies. I have been advised on the deletion of cookies periodically, but never informed on their use. I now know that they are small files of personal information that are intended for expedient accessibility and efficiency. However, the information may also be used maliciously. It must be monitor similar to any threat of spyware. 

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