Internet
The Internet is a vast network of computers that allows people around the globe to exchange information. Individuals can use it to send and receive messages, seek information from a huge assortment of sources, and share knowledge with computer users all over the world. It has become a major force for globalization and has influenced many aspects of people's lives. It links together computer systems in universities, corporations, libraries, and other public and private institutions.
Few would disagree that the Internet has become an important part of the daily life in American society. Its use is often taken for granted by the estimated 50 million Americans now online. Many Americans use the Internet to stay in touch with friends and family or to make new…>> (read more)
Internet Points of View
5 Internet Has a Positive Effect on Education
6 Internet Commercialism Harms Education
7 Internet Aids Hate Groups
8 Internet Facilitates Crime
9 Threat of Cyberterrorism Is Greatly Exaggerated
10 Internet Improves Medical Care
11 Internet Puts Patients at Risk
12 Internet Has Not Changed Politics
13 Benefits of Internet Business Are Overhyped
14 Internet Is Instrumental in the Exploitation of Women and Children
15 Internet Can Be Dangerous for Children
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Internet in the News
Where in the World? This chart shows populations and Internet user statistics. World Populations Internet Users Regions (2009 Est.) Dec. 31, 2000 Africa 991,002,342 4,514,400 Asia 3,808,070,503 114,304,000 Europe…>> (read more)Fill in the circle next to the correct answer.
1. About what percent of the world population uses the Internet?
(A) 25
(B)…>> (read more)
This bar graph shows the percent of mobile Internet users in different countries. Study the graph, and then answer the questions.
1. Which country has the highest…>> (read more)
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