Exploring the Internet

Mr. Baumann 3rd Hour

Exploring the Internet (formerly Mass Media) Syllabus

Unit 1: Introduction to the Internet ● History of the Internet ● How the Internet Works ○ Hardware ○ Software ○ Terms ○ IP Addresses ○ DNS ● Internet Browsers ○ Chrome Browser Screen ○ Cookies ● Internet Connections

Unit 2: Internet Use for Communication & Research ● Searching vs Surfing ● Internet Search Sites ● Copyright Laws ○ Fair Use ○ Creative Commons ● Email Communication ○ How Email Works ○ Features of GMail ● Instant Messaging ● Video Conferencing

● Unit 3: Internet Use for Personal & Entertainment ● Music ● Shopping ○ eBay ○ Amazon ● Downloading ● Online Banking ● Online Investing ● Travel Sites ● Social Networking ○ Safety