Chap 8- Internet Part 2

Accessing Google Drive

• To use Google Drive, a Google account is required.
• To access Google Drive, visit www.google.com, sign in with a Gmail account using a valid username and password, and click on the Google apps launcher button at the top-right corner.
• Select the Google Drive icon from the list of options to open the Google Drive window.

Uploading Files and Folders

• Right-click on the "My Drive" option or click on the "New" button and select "File upload".
• Browse and select the desired file(s) to upload from the "Open" dialog box.
• Once the upload is complete, the files will appear in your Google Drive folder.
• Folders can be uploaded by clicking "Folder upload" from the "My Drive" drop-down list or from the "New" button's submenu.

Organizing Files and Folders

• Google Drive offers the creation and upload of folders to organize files.

Creating a New Folder

• Click on the "New" button and select the "New folder" option.
• A window will appear to enter the folder name and create it by clicking the "Create" button.

Moving a File to a Folder

• Click on the file to be moved and select the "Move to" option from the "More actions" button or right-click menu.
• Select the desired folder from the list and click "Move" to move the file.

Sharing Files and Folders

• Google Drive allows sharing files and folders with others.
• To share a file, click on the "Share" button located at the top options bar or right-click on the file and select "Share".
• In the "Share" dialog box, enter the email addresses of the people to share with and choose the level of access:
  • Editor: Allows multiple people to work on the same project in real time.
  • Commenter: Restricts people to only comment or view the file.
  • Viewer: Allows others to only view a file.

Sharing Through a Link

• Click the "Copy link" button to copy the link to the file to your clipboard.
• Paste the link in an email or on the web to share the file.

Signing Out of Google Drive

• Click on the Google Account icon in the top-right corner of the window and select "Sign out".

E-Commerce

• E-commerce, or electronic commerce, is the process of conducting business over the internet.
• Companies use websites to advertise products and allow customers to purchase using methods like credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or cash on delivery.

Modes of Online Payment

• Net Banking: Also known as online banking or e-banking, it allows users to make financial transactions online using the bank's website.
• Debit Card: A plastic payment card used as a substitute for cash. The amount of a purchase is deducted from the cardholder's bank account immediately.
• Credit Card: Allows users to borrow money from their bank to make purchases. The bank pays on behalf of the customer and a grace period is provided to repay the credit card bill with interest charges applied if the bill isn't paid within the grace period.

WordPress Account Creation and Site Setup

• Creating a WordPress Account: Enter email address, username, and password or use an existing Google or Apple account.
• Domain Name: Enter a custom domain name.
• Account Choice: Choose a free account.
• Choose a Plan: Select a WordPress plan, including the "Start with Free" option.

Setting up the Website

• Giving Your Site a Name: Name your site by clicking on the "Name your site" button.
• Adding Site Title: Provide a title for your site in the Site title section.
• Saving Changes: Click the "Save settings" button to save the changes.
• Returning to Home Page: Click "Return to My Home" to go back to the homepage.

Electronic Wallet

• An electronic wallet (e-wallet) allows users to make online transactions using a computer or smartphone.
• e-wallets can be linked to a user's bank account for payments like utility bills.
• They can also be used as a prepaid account to store money for future transactions and store personal information.

Blog

• A blog is a website where users can share their thoughts.
• Each blog post is individually signed, dated and can be commented on by readers, fostering conversation.

Creating a WordPress Account

• Open a browser and type "www.wordpress.com" into the address bar.
• Select the "Products" tab, choose "Blogs," and click "Start blogging."

Difference Between Website and Blog

• Website: A collection of linked web pages with specific information.
• Blog: A web resource with informal information in the form of posts.

Podcasting

• Podcasting is an audio or video broadcast distributed on the internet, similar to a radio or television show, where anyone can distribute their thoughts and opinions.
• Podcasts can be accessed and downloaded on computers or digital media players via the internet.
• Users can subscribe to podcasts and listen using any portable media player or their computer.

This quiz covers the essential steps to access, upload, and organize files and folders in Google Drive. Learn how to manage your digital files effectively using this cloud storage service. Test your knowledge on different features and functions of Google Drive.