The Internet and You: Navigating the Digital World

The Internet and You

Big Question?   

What Is the Internet and How does it work?

Introduction to the Internet

• What is the internet and How Does the Internet Work? | Network and Internet explained - YouTube

Introduction to the Internet

• The Internet: A global network of interconnected computers.

• Benefits: Access to information, communication, entertainment, and more...

• Web Browsers: Software used to access websites.

• URL: Uniform Resource Locator, the address of a website. such as -WWW.GOOGLE.COM

• Hyperlinks: Clickable links that connect web pages.

Multiple Choice

What is the function of web browsers?

• Access to information

• Communication

• Entertainment

• All of the above

All-in-One Web Browsers

• Access to information: Web browsers provide a gateway to a vast amount of information available on the internet.

• Communication: Browsers enable communication through email, social media, and messaging platforms.

• Entertainment: They offer access to streaming services, online games, and multimedia content.

The Evolution of the Web

• 1990: Tim Berners-Lee invents the World Wide Web

• 1993:

• 1994:

• 1996: Internet Explorer is released by Microsoft

• 2004: Firefox is launched, offering an alternative to Internet Explorer

• 2008: Google Chrome enters the browser competition

• 2010: Mobile browsing becomes increasingly popular

• 2019: The web continues to evolve with new technologies and trends

Multiple Choice

Which year did Tim Berners-Lee invents the World Wide Web?

• 1990

• 1996

• 1997

• 1999

WWW - WORLD WIDE WEB

World Wide Web in Plain English - YouTube

How Web Browsers Work

• Web browsers are software applications that allow users to access and navigate the internet. Can you think of some examples?

• They interpret HTML and other web technologies to display web pages.

• Web browsers use HTTP ( Hyper Text Transfer Protocol) to request web pages from servers.

Multiple Choice

What technology do web browsers use to display web pages?

• HTML

• CSS

• JavaScript

• HTTP

Web Browsers

Trivia:
Did you know that web browsers use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to display web pages?

These technologies work together to create the beautiful and interactive websites we see today.

Without them, the web would be a very different place.

So next time you browse the internet, remember the power of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript!

Exploring Search Engines

• Search engines are tools that help you find information on the internet.

• They use algorithms to search and rank web pages based on relevance.

• Popular search engines include Google, Bing, and Yahoo.

• Use keywords to search for specific information.

• Refine your search using advanced search operators like site:, filetype:, and more.

Multiple Choice

What are search engines used for?

• To find information on the internet

• To play online games

• To send emails

• To watch videos

Search Engines:

Trivia:
Did you know that search engines are primarily used to find information on the internet?
-They help us discover websites, articles, images, and more.
-They are not used for playing games, sending emails, or watching videos.
-So next time you need information, remember to use a search engine!

Time for a QUIZ

Multiple Choice

What does "www" stand for in a website address?

• World Weather Web

• World Wide Web

• Wireless Web

• Web Worms

Multiple Choice

What is the name of the person who created the World Wide Web?

• Steve Jobs

• Bill Gates

• Tim Berners-Lee

• Mark Zuckerberg

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a software used to access websites?

• Microsoft Office

• Web Browser

• Antivirus Software

• Photoshop

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of search engines?

• Playing games

• Sending emails

• Watching videos

• Finding information on the internet

Multiple Choice

Which technologies do web browsers use to display web pages?

• HTML, CSS, Python

• Java, PHP, CSS

• HTML, CSS, JavaScript

• C++, HTML, JavaScript