USE INTERNET AS AN EDUCATIONAL MEDIA AND FUNCTIONALIZATION EMAIL, BLOG, SOCIAL WEB, IN EDUCATION ERA

What is the Internet ?

The Internet is a confederation of thousands of computers from various sectors of society such as education, business, government and military. It is a network of thousands of computer networks (Lewis, 1994). Each individual system brings something different to the whole (databases, library services, graphs, maps, electronic journals, etc), and the end result us a vast accumulation of information. It is a worldwide network of computers that interact on a standardized set of protocols which act independently of particular computer operating systems, allowing for a variety of access methods to the Internet.
It can be used to both exchange information through electronic mail, newsgroups, professional on-line discussion groups, and so forth, as well as to retrieve information on a variety of topics through the World Wide Web.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INTERNET :

The internet provides opportunities galore, and can be used for a variety of things. Internet some of the things that you can do via the Internet are :

* E-mail : E-mail is an online correspondence system.
* Access Information : The Internet is a virtual treasure trove of information.
* Shopping : Along with getting information on the Internet, you can also shop online.
* Online chat : There are many 'chat rooms' on the WEB that can be accessed to meet new people, make new friends, as well as to stay in touch with old friends.
* Downloading Software : This is one of the most happening and fun things to do via the internet.


DISADVANTAGES OF THE INTERNET :

* Personal Information : If you use the Internet, your personal information such as your name, address, etc. can be accessed by other people.
* Pornography : This is very serious issue concerning the Internet, especially when in comes to young children.
* Spamming : This refers to sending unsolicited e-mails in bulk, which serve no purpose and unnecessarily clog up the entire system.

That said, the advantages of the Internet far outweigh the disadvantages, and millions of people each day benefit from using the Internet for work and for pleasure.