Exploiting the Internet
Understanding and Exploiting an Investment in the Internet
Published on 14. April 1997
Book
Mixed media product
XIV, 248 pages
978-0-471-97113-9 (ISBN)
Description
Focusing on the impact of the Internet on business, technology, recreation, and global society, this text looks at how it works, how you can use it and how it will affect you. Designed for the individual who doesn't want to be left behind in the "Information Revolution", this text gives the reader a practical insight to the Internet. The authors approach the subject in a pragmatic way, exploring the physical entity of the Internet and it's effects on both individuals and organizations. The book is designed help the reader grasp the fundamentals of Internet design and operation. It also provides guidance to those confused by the hyperbole surrounding the Internet and who want to pursue their own connection to the global phenomenon. Included are free CDs for accessing the Internet via BTNet providing mail, bulletin board and Web facilities and connection to an "industrial strength" network.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Chichester
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
1 CD-ROM
Dimensions
Height: 24.6 cm
Width: 18.9 cm
Weight
550 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-97113-9 (9780471971139)
Schweitzer Classification
Content
The Skinny; Just What Is The Internet; Whence We Came; What Does It Do For Me ?; So What ?; The Information Superhighway; About This Book; Summary, References; Boxes, Wires, Sockets And Phone Bills; The Internet In Pictures; Putting The Puzzle; Behind The Scenes; Summary; Getting The Most From Your Investment; Computing Models; A Historical Perspective; The Wheels On The Highway; Summary, References; Impact; Telecommunications, Internet And Online Service Providers; Business Impact; Business Adminisration; Society; Summary, References; Friend Or Foe; Regulation; Sex And Drugs And Rock And Roll; Just An Illusion; Business As Usual; Seven Scenarios For The Future; Summary, References; Over The Horizon; The Superhighway?; The Ghost In The Machine; The Federation; Its Software, Jim, But Not As We Know It!; Live Long And Propser; Summary, References. Appendix A Btnet; The Bare Bones Of Btnet; Underlying Networks, Appendix B: Get Going On The Internet...With BT Internet.