Internet Fundamentals

Overview/Description
To outline the history and development of the Internet and the major features of the common applications that make up the Internet

Target Audience
Students wishing to acquire the fundamental skills required to embark on careers as e-business IT professionals and students preparing for the CompTIA certification exam IK0-002: i-Net+

Prerequisites
A basic knowledge of computer hardware and software; a knowledge of advanced Internet concepts

Expected Duration
230 Minutes

Objectives:

Internet Fundamentals

  • describe the components of the Internet.
  • demonstrate the basic requirements for setting up an Internet connection.
  • set up an Internet connection from a home computer.
  • use a browser to navigate the Web.
  • make an online purchase.
  • explain basic e-mail concepts and e-mail addresses and describe how to configure e-mail clients to send and receive e-mail.
  • send and receive e-mail messages, attach files, and create mail signatures.
  • discuss types of mailing lists and how to use them.
  • use Outlook Express to add an e-mail signature and send an attachment.
  • access an FTP site and navigate to files for uploading or downloading.
  • discuss Telnet.
  • access newsgroups and read and post messages.
  • set up a news account.
  • use a search engine.
  • search the Web and the Internet for specific information.


    • Course Number: 31851_eng