Description
This course is intended for those who want to start learning
what internet is all about and the main features involved.
These are mainly browsing sites to find any kind of information
you might need and communicating with relatives and friends
via e-mail.
Topics Covered
Internet - Basics
What is the Internet?
Connecting to the Internet
Modems and ISP's
Types of connections - Dial-up, ADSL, cable
Internet protocols - FTP, HTTP
Security and Privacy
E-commerce
Web browsers
Email clients
Internet Explorer
Starting Internet Explorer
Screen layout
Browsing the Internet
The address bar
Using search engines
Adding favourites
Managing favourites
Saving pictures and text
Setting a picture as a wallpaper
Downloading files from sites
Outlook Express
Starting Outlook Express
Screen layout
Inbox, Outbox, Sent Items
Managing Folders
Receiving mails
Creating a new mail
Using Reply and Forward
Adding attachments
Creating new contacts
Adding and managing contacts
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Question and Answer
Q. Who is the Internet Course aimed at?
A. The Internet Course is aimed at anyone interested in starting
using the Internet and Email. It is also Important if you
intend to sit for the ECDL Examinations since it consists
of the full syllabus for Module 7 of the ECDL called Information
and Communication.
Q. How long is the course?
A. The Internet Course is spread over 3 weeks with one lecture
every week. Each lecture is 2 hours long.
Q. Do I need any experience to attend this
course?
A. Usually you need to complete the Beginners Course or have
a basic knowledge of using a normal computer under Windows
environment.
Q. Will the Internet Course help me find
employment?
A. The Internet is widely used in the workplace. Having a
recognised qualification confirming your ability to use the
Internet and E-Mail will make you more attractive to potential
employers by ensuring that time at the workplace will be utilised
productively by using this technology.
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