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DANIEL....Software is used as a broad term to describe anything that isn’t hardware, but in fact, software is simply a set of instructions that allow a computer to perform a task.<ref>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Software - 2008</ref> Users interact with application software in order to perform a useful task.<ref>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Application_software - 2008</ref> Anything from word processors to video games can be considered application software. Since application software does not manage a computer’s resources and hardware, it still needs [[System Software |system software]], such as an operating system, to fully function. [[Operating Systems | Operating systems]] and the [[Roles of the Operating System | role they play]] with application software will be covered in [[System Software | chapter 2]].
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The Internet is a powerful network that connects users to information from all over the world. You are using the Internet right now by connecting to this Wiki. Although it is stored on the servers at the University of Manitoba, you are able to access it from any computer with an Internet connection.
  
On campus, you will need access to a word processor to complete written assignments since handwritten work is not acceptable at the University of Manitoba.  Word processing software can be packaged along with other application software into [[ Software Suites | software suites]]. Microsoft Office includes word processing, spread sheet, database, and many other applications. Office software is commonly used in business, and is a core component of Comp 1260 assignments. In the case that you do not want to purchase Microsoft Office, there are many [[Freeware and Shareware | freeware ]] alternatives available such as Open Office. If you do not own a computer, you are free to use the open area [[Software at the U of M | computer labs]] around campus which contain all the software you will need to complete your homework.
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The Internet is so large a network and so complicated that one inevitably has many questions to ask. Where did the Internet come from? Who manages it? How does someone make their own webpage? This chapter will provide you with the answers to these questions and many more.
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1260 Main Page

Chapter Introduction

The Internet is a powerful network that connects users to information from all over the world. You are using the Internet right now by connecting to this Wiki. Although it is stored on the servers at the University of Manitoba, you are able to access it from any computer with an Internet connection.

The Internet is so large a network and so complicated that one inevitably has many questions to ask. Where did the Internet come from? Who manages it? How does someone make their own webpage? This chapter will provide you with the answers to these questions and many more.


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Internet 101

How Does the Internet Work?

History of the Internet

Who Manages the Internet?

Connecting and Transfering Information

ISPs

Domain Names, IP Addresses and URLs

Packet Switching

FTP

HTML

Technology Matters!

ISPs in Manitoba

File Transfer at the U of M

Setting up a web page

Who Pays for the Internet

References



Chapter 4: Computers and Networks Table of Contents Chapter 6: Using the Internet