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INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET AND
E-MAIL
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
This one-day training session will give participants an understanding
of the Internet and experience of working with e-mail. During
the session participants will receive training on many different
uses of both, including searching for information on the Internet.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The training session is designed for those who are new to the
Internet and e-mail. A basic knowledge of working within the Windows
environment and using the mouse is desirable. Each participant
will be given a reference manual to take away with them.
COURSE CONTENT
What is The Internet?
- History
- Structure
- Future
- Dangers including Viruses |
Why Use the Internet?
- Commercial Uses
- Research
- Leisure Activities |
Connecting to the Internet
- Required equipment and software
- Speed of Access
- Choosing an Internet Provider |
The Internet Browser
- Overview of Internet Explorer
- Toolbars
- Menus |
Accessing Web Pages
- What is a URL?
- Entering Addresses
- Troubleshooting Addresses |
Searching for Information
- Overview of Search Engines
- Using the 'best' Search Engines
- Refining Searches |
Favourites and History Lists
- Overview
- Adding Favourites
- Using the History List |
What is E-Mail?
- Overview
- Benefits
- Disadvantages |
Sending a Message
- Addressing Messages
- Attaching Files
- The To, CC and BCC fields |
Processing Mail
- Receiving, Forwarding, Replying
- Maintaining Folders
- Troubleshooting E-Mail |
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