VII. Networks and the Internet

A.                 What Do I Need to Know about Computer Networks?
B.                 Network Connectivity, Communications, and Security
C.                 Sharing and Communicating via a Network
D.                 Expanding Connectivity through Telecommunication
E.                  Telecommunication Technologies
F.                  The Internet: Connecting Networks to Networks across the Globe
G.                 Internet Tools and Services
H.                 Internet Service Providers
I.                    Internet-Based Communications
J.                   Other Internet Services
K.                Using the Internet in Teaching and Learning

Objectives
Learning Module no.	Chapter No.	Chapter Title
7	7	Chapter 7: Networking and the Internet in the Learning Environment View the companion website by clicking above
After studying this chapter, the student will be able to Explain the basic functions and features of a network Describe the types and features of shared network software that may be used in the classroom Describe the difference between telecommunications systems for home use versus those typically found in schools and explain how each of these systems support network communications Explain the relationship between networking and the Internet Summarize the history and current structure of the Internet Name and describe frequently used Internet resources Suggest academic applications for key Internet resources

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