Advanced Internet Concepts

Overview/Description
To demonstrate how to apply browser security settings, use plug-ins, carry out advanced searches for business resources, and build an e-commerce presence

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
345 Minutes

Objectives:

Advanced Internet Concepts

  • describe how a browser can be customized.
  • set a browser's home page and font size.
  • manage history folders, configure browser caches, and control image loading.
  • use Favorites and Bookmarks folders.
  • identify possible threats to web browser security.
  • explain how authentication, digital certificates, and encryption provide web security.
  • apply Netscape Navigator security and proxy server settings.
  • change the security settings in Internet Explorer.
  • define objects, their relationship to active content, and how they are created.
  • discuss plug-in technology and describe how to download plug-ins.
  • outline the uses of viewers and describe how to download and use them.
  • identify various multimedia file formats.
  • describe the purpose of MIME file types.
  • explain static, keyword, and full-text index searches and outline the purpose of graphic search engines.
  • perform advanced searches with the Alta Vista, Excite, and Lycos search engines.
  • optimize web searching by creating advanced search strings.
  • use the Web to access financial, commercial, and other resources online.
  • use the Web to gather market intelligence.
  • describe how e-commerce relates to communication, data management, and security; explain how it differs from traditional commerce; and describe business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce.
  • describe the benefits, dangers, and challenges of e-commerce; explain how the concept of intellectual property relates to e-commerce; and explain the basic methods used in an online strategy.
  • describe Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and Secure Electronic Transaction (SET).
  • explain the e-cash, electronic check, credit card, and smart card electronic payment methods.
  • describe the usage and structural requirements of virtual storefronts.


    • Course Number: 31858_eng