The Little Web Book (Little Books (Peachpit Press))

Whether you're a student starting a research project, a small business owner checking out your competition, or a consumer trying to find a reliable used car, you're one of the millions of people who visit the Web every day. Tapping into the full power of the Web can be a daunting task, and one that grows more complex as the Web evolves. The new user must master often intimidating topics, which range from choosing a browser to understanding file formats to working with newsgroups.The Little Web Book, 2/e is an easy, straightforward introduction to the World Wide Web, and is loaded with information and tips on how to use and benefit from the Web. It covers the basics of what the Internet is, how to find an Internet Service Provider (ISP), whether to use an online service, selecting a browser, using popular Web file formats, and etiquette for email and newsgroups. The reader will also find coverage of topics such as modem options, how to install plug-ins, spam filtering, sending photos over the Web, and a tour of successful search strategies.-- Gentle introduction to the online world-- First edition sold over 30,000 copies in a marketplace much smaller than it is today-- Clear overview of the Internet for newcomers, written in the engaging Little Book formatGlossbrenner, Alfred is the author of 'The Little Web Book (Little Books (Peachpit Press))' with ISBN 9780201354881 and ISBN 0201354888.