Internet Basics


	Lonestar Home Search Lonestar Webmail Texas.Net (Business) Contact Info Account Info Change Password Add Popmail Spam Filter Internet Alerts Virus Alerts Security Alerts Hoax Alerts Spam Email Helpdesk General Settings Windows Setup Macintosh Setup Other OS Setup Internet Software Email Setup Usenet News Setup Web Page Setup Modem Tips E-mail Support Trouble Ticket Billing Ticket Software Parental Controls Disclaimers Terms & Conditions Acceptable Use Privacy Policy Legal Text English Text Customer Pages Internet Basics World-Wide Web E-mail USENET News FTP Links Staff Picks Games Windows 98 Macintosh Kids' Links			Internet Basics For new customers, the variety and complexity of the Internet can be daunting at first, but with some experience and a little help, even the most basic Netizen can quickly become adept at using the main services of the 'Net. That is the goal of this section, to provide a basic overview of some of the most frequently used parts of the Internet and hopefully allow you, the individual, to use them efficiently. Where possible, software links are included so you can grab the applications necessary to let you use these various parts of the Internet. World-Wide Web Probably the best known part of the Internet, the web is one of the most efficient methods of dispersing information with its system of hyperlinks. E-mail E-mail is certainly the most often used part of the Internet, enabling people to quickly and efficiently send electronic messages to anyone with an email account. File Transfer Protocol FTP is the easiest way to transfer large files from one computer to another, no matter how great the distance. USENET News Newsgroups are a great way to find information on any topic. With over 57,000 to choose from, there is surely one that will pique your interest.