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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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[[History of the Internet| Originally designed]] for the flow of information within the US military, the Internet has exploded into our modern culture thanks to its versatility. The Internet allows users from all over the world to access an amazing amount of information with very little effort.
  
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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 wealth of data at your fingertips can be overwhelming, and inevitable one asks themselves many questions. How do you browse the Internet? How do you find music and video? Are there any problems to watch out for? This chapter answers these questions and many others you may have regarding using the internet.
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Latest revision as of 15:09, 4 December 2009

1260 Main Page

Chapter Introduction

Originally designed for the flow of information within the US military, the Internet has exploded into our modern culture thanks to its versatility. The Internet allows users from all over the world to access an amazing amount of information with very little effort.

The wealth of data at your fingertips can be overwhelming, and inevitable one asks themselves many questions. How do you browse the Internet? How do you find music and video? Are there any problems to watch out for? This chapter answers these questions and many others you may have regarding using the internet.

Image Translation: The Internet is not everything. Go outside!


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Connecting to the Internet

So you have an ISP, now what?

Protecting your Computer

Finding and Using Information

Internet Search Tools

Evaluating Sites

Common Tasks

Accessing Music and Video

Torrents

Using E-mail

Other Forms of Communication

HTML

Technology Matters!

The Digital Divide

Google Mania

Net Neutrality

Software Solutions

Tips and Tricks for Internet Explorer and FireFox

Working with Chrome

Tips and Tricks for Safari

References



Chapter 5: Understanding the Internet Table of Contents End of Chapters
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