Understanding our world through technology -- The technology behind the Internet and the World Wide Web -- How was the Internet invented? -- What is the difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web? -- What are web browsers? -- How does a search engine work? -- How does my email know where to go? -- What is instant messaging? -- What do .com, .net, .org, .gov, .mil and .edu mean? -- How do spam and Internet filters work? -- What is the difference between a blog and a website? -- How long is a 'tweet'? -- What are web 2.0 and web 3.0? -- How is Voice-over Internet Protocol used? -- What Internet technologies will we use in the future?
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.