Internet Fundamentals

The Internet is the global system of interconnected computer networks that use the Internet protocol suite (TCP/IP) to link billions of devices worldwide. Fundamental Internet concepts include web browsers, search engines, email, social media, communications, networking, security, HTML, CSS, graphics and multimedia, web accessibility, JavaScript, database concepts, project management concepts, and related career opportunities.

This course comprises 15 lessons covering fundamental Internet concepts. The first half of the course approaches the Internet from a user perspective. The second half of the course provides an introduction to web development. Each lesson includes a combination of Wikipedia readings, YouTube videos, and hands-on learning activities. The course also assists learners in preparing for CIW Internet Business Associate certification.

Preparation of internet

This is an introductory college-level computer course. Learners should have basic computer skills, including typing, mouse, and web browser navigation.

Lessons

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1. Introduction
2. Web Browsers
3. Search Engines
4. Email
5. Social Media
6. Communications
7. Networking
8. Security
9. HTML
10. CSS
11. Graphics and Multimedia
12. Web Accessibility
13. JavaScript
14. Databases
15. Project Management
16. IT Careers

See Also

• Computer Skills
• Digital Literacy
• Internet
• Web Foundations
• IT Fundamentals
• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• Microsoft: Web Development for Beginners

Assessments

• Flashcards: Quizlet: CIW
• Quiz: Quizlet: CIW