INTERNET

As we know that the Internet has created a revolution very unpredictable in the world of technology, information and komunikasi.Pengertian on the internet (interconnection networking) itself is an open global communications network and connects millions and even billions of computer networks with different types and species, using what type of communication such as telephone, satellite and others.

Initially the Internet is a computer network established by the US Department of Defense in 1969 through a project called ARPANET. The initial mission of the project was initially only for military purposes only, but gradually evolving and can be enjoyed by all people. The creation of the Internet has brought significant changes in various aspects of human life. In addition, the Internet has also spawned a new world that has a pattern, patterns once the different characteristics with the real world.

Facilities for which are on the Internet

Internet is often called the universe of information presents the many amenities that can be enjoyed by Internet users. Here are some of the facilities that can be enjoyed by Internet users, among others:

WWW

World Wide Web or often abbreviated as WWW is a system found on the internet and do a search on duty at the same time giving information quickly by using hypertext technology. To create hypertext, was created a programming language called Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML). HTML WWW address binding function or file in a document that usually extention * .htm or * .html. To send the file, takes the role of a specific data transmission protocol is Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP). In addition, to find any relationship hypertext requires the Uniform Resource Locator (URL).

E-mail

Email is an electronic mail or messages sent and received between the user's computer. Email allows an individual to send a message to other people in a short time, even in a matter of seconds. Currently, the development is very rapid email, email is not only contains text only. We can attach multimedia files such as images, photos, videos and even animation.

mailing List

Mailing List or often called a mailing list is one of the discussion groups found on the internet. To become a member of a mailing list, we first send an email to subsription address and wait for approval from the mailing list moderator. Typically, members of the mailing list to exchange information, opinions, and so forth.

BBS

Bulletin Board System or commonly abbreviated as BBS is an information service center that provides a wide range of information from a variety of specific fields such as education, business, social, technological and others. By using this facility, users can exchange ideas with other users on a particular topic. Typically, users who access the BBS can upload or download news from other users with ease.

Chatting

Chat is a conversation between two or more computer users in real time by utilizing the Internet network. For computer users who have completed a computer with a webcam device, then they can chat with other users who see the face in to chat with them.

newsgroups

As with mailing lists, newsgroups is also one discussion group on the Internet. To access a newsgrup, required special computer network commonly called Usenet. Generally, each newsgroup set based on one general topic is then divided into several sub topics below.

FTP

FTP or File Transfer Protocol is an internet service to transfer files between computer users with a server on the internet. So, we can make the delivery (upload) or copy (download) a file between your computer with other computers connected to the Internet network. FTP is generally used as a vehicle indispensable support for the exchange and dissemination of a file through the Internet.

Gopher

Gopher is an application-layer protocol TCP / IP that is designed specifically for the purpose of distribution, search, and retrieval of documents through the Internet.

Functions / Benefits of Internet

Behind the ease of accessing the internet, there are many benefits that we will gain as internet users. Here are some of the functions / benefits from Internet use:

1. Adding insight and knowledge; With the internet, we came to know more about the insights and knowledge from various fields from around the world. Especially for students, internet easier for them to search for information related to their lessons.
2. Communication Become Faster; The development of the internet became so make communication between individuals becomes very easy and fast. We are also able to communicate with people outside the country even with a relatively low cost. In addition, many social networks such as Facebook users used the Internet to get acquainted and find new friends there. A significant number of those who talk / chat with their relatives using social networking.
3. The ease of shopping on the Internet; With the explosion of Internet use, more and more people who are interested in doing online shopping. Nowadays, many people prefer shopping online because it is easy and efficient. One of the advantages of online shopping is that we do not need to leave home to buy items that we need. Additionally, when working hours are very busy or disorganized, online shopping is the best choice to buy goods without having to take a lot of time.
4. Internet as Amusement Ride; The Internet also serves as the "Comforter" for those of you who are anxious or upset about something. You can amuse yourself by accessing social networking, listening to music, streaming video or gaming.
5. Make it easy for Jobs; In addition to easily find information on the internet, you can also search for jobs on the internet with ease. The Internet has become a place of its own for you to get a job easily through sites that provide job information.
6. The importance of the Internet in the Business World; Given the Internet can be utilized in all fields including in the field of business, it is not a few business people use the internet in order to support their business.