Working with Internet and E-mails What is the Internet?
The Internet is a global network that connects millions of private, public, academic, business, and government networks.
It allows sharing of information , communication , commerce , and data globally.
Basic Internet Terminologies Term Description IP Address Unique address assigned to each device on the Internet. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) The web address of a resource (e.g., https://www.google.com). WWW (World Wide Web) A system of interlinked hypertext documents accessible via the Internet. ISP (Internet Service Provider) A company that provides access to the Internet. HTTP/HTTPS Protocols for transferring web pages. HTTPS is secure (uses encryption).
How to Connect to the Internet
Using Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity)
Broadband Connection (e.g., fiber, DSL)Mobile Data (via 4G/5G SIM cards)Hotspot Tethering from another device
Introduction to Email
Email (Electronic Mail) is the exchange of messages between people using electronic devices.Requires:
An email address (e.g., yourname@gmail.com )
Email client or webmail service (e.g., Gmail, Outlook)
Structure of an Email Address Example: user@example.com
user = Username@ = At symbolexample.com = Domain name of the email service
Basic Email Components Component Description To Main recipient’s email address Cc (Carbon Copy) Secondary recipients Bcc (Blind Carbon Copy) Hidden recipients Subject Brief topic of the email Body The main message Attachment Files added to the email
Common Email Tasks
Composing an Email : Writing and sending a new message.Replying : Responding to an email.Forwarding : Sending a received email to another person.Attaching Files : Adding images, PDFs, etc.Deleting Emails : Removing unwanted messages.Organizing Emails : Using folders/labels.
Popular Email Services
Gmail – by GoogleOutlook – by MicrosoftYahoo Mail – by YahooProtonMail – encrypted and secure email
Email Etiquette (Netiquette)
Use professional language
Avoid spamming or overusing Cc/Bcc
Include a clear subject
Use polite greetings and sign-offs
Avoid using all caps (means shouting)
Email Security Tips
Use strong passwords
Do not click on suspicious links
Beware of phishing emails
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)
Regularly update your password
Common Internet & Email Terms Term Meaning Spam Unsolicited emails, often advertisements Phishing Fake emails trying to steal sensitive data Inbox Folder for received emails Outbox/Sent Folder for sent emails Drafts Unsaved/unfinished emails Attachment A file included in an email Signature A preset text block at the end of emails
Real-Life Uses
Communication : Personal and professional use.Banking : e-Banking alerts, OTPs.Shopping : Order updates, confirmations.Learning : Accessing online courses.
