Introduction to Internet PDF

Lecture 1 & 2 content Dr. Ismail Etman Introduction to Internet 1. Definition of the Internet: The Internet is a global network of interconnected computers and electronic devices that allows for the exchange of data and information on a global scale. It’s a vast...

Lecture 1 & 2 content Dr. Ismail Etman Introduction to Internet 1. Definition of the Internet: The Internet is a global network of interconnected computers and electronic devices that allows for the exchange of data and information on a global scale. It’s a vast network of networks, providing access to a wide range of resources, including websites, email, social media, and online databases. The Internet has become an integral part of modern life, transforming the way we communicate, learn, work, and access information. 2. Web Browsers and Their Functions 2.1 What is a Web Browser? A web browser, often simply referred to as a “browser,” is a software application that allows users to view and interact with web content on the Internet. It acts as an intermediary between the user and the web server where websites are hosted. The primary function of a web browser is to request web pages from servers, render them for display, and facilitate user interaction with web content. 2.2 Common Web Browsers: There are several web browsers available, but some of the most widely used ones include: Google Chrome: Known for its speed, security features, and simplicity, Google Chrome is one of the most popular web browsers globally. Mozilla Firefox: Firefox is an open-source browser celebrated for its privacy-focused features and extensive customization options. Microsoft Edge: The default browser on Windows devices, Edge offers speed and integration with Microsoft services. 1  Lecture 1 & 2 content Dr. Ismail Etman Apple Safari: Designed for macOS and iOS devices, Safari is lauded for its performance and power efficiency. Opera: Opera is recognized for its built-in VPN, ad-blocking, and data-saving features. 2.3 Mobile Browsers: In addition to desktop browsers, mobile devices have their own web browsers optimized for touchscreen interactions. Common mobile browsers include Chrome for Mobile, Safari for iOS, and Samsung Internet for Samsung devices. Using Google Chrome 2  Lecture 1 & 2 content Dr. Ismail Etman Shortcut EN FR DE Function of Command Key New Tab Nouvel onglet Neuer Tab Opens a new tab in the browser Ctrl + T New Neues Nouvelle fenêtre Opens a new browser window Ctrl + N Window Fenster History Historique Verlauf Opens the browsing history page Ctrl + H Downloads Téléchargements Downloads Opens the downloads page Ctrl + J Bookmarks Favoris Lesezeichen Opens the bookmarks manager Zoom Zoom Zoom Zooms in or out on the webpage Opens the print dialog to print the Print Imprimer Drucken Ctrl + P current webpage Settings Paramètres Einstellungen Opens the settings page Alt + E Opens the help page or Chrome Help Aide Hilfe F1 help center Exit Quitter Beenden Closes all open Chrome windows Google Chrome home page 3  Lecture 1 & 2 content Dr. Ismail Etman Terms in Google Chrome Home page Term Description The button you click to execute a search based on the query entered in the Google Search button search bar. Takes you directly to the top search result for your query, bypassing the search I’m Feeling Lucky results page. Allows you to speak your query instead of typing it, using voice recognition Search by Voice technology. Lets you upload an image or paste an image URL to find visually similar images Search by Image or related information. Displays language options, allowing users to change the language of the Google Google offered in Search interface. Provides access to options for customizing Google Search, including Settings SafeSearch, languages, and appearance. Translation of main functions in Google Chrome Home page Term French (FR) German (GE) Google Search Recherche Google Google Suche I’m Feeling Lucky J’ai de la chance Auf gut Glück! Search by Voice Recherche vocale Sprachsuche Search by Image Recherche par image Bildersuche Google offered in Google disponible en Google gibt es auch auf Settings Paramètres Einstellungen 4  Lecture 1 & 2 content Dr. Ismail Etman Changing Google Search Interface language To change the language in Google Search, follow these steps: 1. Open Google Search: Go to google.com. 2. Access Settings: o Click on "Settings" in the bottom-right corner of the Google homepage. o Select "Search settings" from the dropdown menu. 3. Change Language: o In the Other Settings section, choose Languages, and chose your preferred language for both the Google search interface and search results. 4. Save Changes: o Scroll to the bottom and click "Confirm". EN FR GE Settings Paramètres Einstellungen Search Settings Paramètres de recherche Sucheinstellungen Other Settings Autres paramètres Weitere Einstellungen Language and Region Langue et région Sprache und Region Sprache der Display Language Langue d'affichage Benutzeroberfläche Confirm or Cancel Confirmer ou Annuler Bestätigen oder Abbrechen 5  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman Google Chrome settings options: You and Google  Customize profile: Personalize your Chrome experience by naming your Chrome profile. You can also choose a theme color and pick an avatar to distinguish this profile visually. Privacy and Security  Delete browsing data: Manage your privacy by clearing your browsing history, cookies, cached images, and other data. You can select specific time ranges to delete or clear everything. 1  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman  Site settings: Control how websites interact with your browser. You can manage permissions like location access, use of your camera and microphone, and more for enhanced security and privacy. Appearance  Mode (Light, Dark): Customize the visual look of Chrome by switching between light and dark themes. The dark mode reduces eye strain, especially in low-light conditions.  Show home button: Decide whether the home button appears on the toolbar. You can set it to open either the New Tab page or a specific website of your choice.  Show bookmarks bar: Enable or disable the bookmarks bar under the address bar to easily access your favorite sites. 2  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman On Startup  Open the New Tab page: Start fresh with a blank New Tab page every time you launch Chrome.  Continue where you left off: Reopen all the tabs from your last session to pick up where you left off.  Open a specific page or set of pages: Set Chrome to open a specific page or multiple pages every time it starts, such as your favorite news site or work dashboard. 3  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman Languages  Preferred languages: Choose your primary browsing language and other languages you prefer for web content.  Spell check: Activate or customize spell check for your writing in different languages while browsing.  Google Translate: Set preferences for how Chrome automatically translates pages. You can choose to translate into your selected 4  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman language or decide which languages should be automatically translated. Downloads  Location: Set a default folder to store downloaded files or choose a different location each time.  Ask where to save each file before downloading: Enable this option to receive a prompt to choose where to save each file before downloading. Accessibility  Live Caption: Turn on captions for videos and audio in supported languages, making content more accessible. 5  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman  Live Translate: Translate captions in real-time into your preferred language for better accessibility across languages. Note: All terms in the table should be memorized in three languages: English, French, and German. EN FR DE You and Google Google et vous Google und ich Privacy and Security Confidentialité et sécurité Datenschutz und Sicherheit Appearance Apparence Darstellung Search Engine Moteur de recherche Suchmaschine On Startup Au démarrage Beim Start Languages Langues Sprachen Downloads Téléchargements Downloads Accessibility Accessibilité Barrierefreiheit 6  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman Google Basic Search Basic Search: The traditional method of searching by typing keywords or phrases into the search bar. Chrome uses these inputs to display relevant web pages, images, videos, or other results based on your query. Search by Voice: This feature allows users to perform searches by speaking instead of typing. By clicking on the microphone icon in the search bar, you can dictate your search query, and Chrome will process the voice input and return search results. Search by Image: With this feature, you can search for information or similar images using an image instead of text. By uploading an image or providing its URL, Chrome’s reverse image search will find web pages containing that image or similar visuals. 7  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman Search Result Filters: After conducting a search, you can refine the results by using filters such as Images, Videos, News, Maps, and Shopping. Descriptions of Filters 1. All: Displays all types of search results, including web pages, images, videos, news articles, and more. 2. Images: Shows only image search results related to your query. This filter is useful for finding pictures or graphics. 3. Videos: Filters the results to display only video content, such as clips from platforms like YouTube or other video hosting sites. 4. News: Focuses on recent articles and reports from various news sources relevant to your search topic. 5. Books: Provides links to books and literature related to your search, often 8  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman including previews and details from library catalogs or online bookstores. 6. Maps: Displays geographical locations and maps, which can help in finding directions or exploring specific areas. 7. Web: Returns results from web pages specifically, excluding other types like images or videos. 8. More (flights, Finance): Offers additional specialized search results, such as flight information, financial data, or other categories that may be relevant to your query. 9. Tools: Provides options to customize your search further, such as filtering by date, type of content, or other criteria to narrow down the results. Note: All terms in the table should be memorized in three languages: English, French, and German. English French (FR) German (DE) All Tout Alle Images Images Bilder Videos Vidéos Videos News Actualités Nachrichten Books Livres Bücher Maps Cartes Karten Web Web Web More Plus (vols, finances) Mehr (Flüge, Finanzen) Tools Outils Werkzeuge 9  Lecture 3 content – 22/10/2024. Dr. Ismail Etman Basic Search Activities Use the basic search feature in Google to find answers to the following questions. 1. USA: 1. What is the capital of the United States? 2. Who is the current President of the USA? 3. What is the largest state by area in the USA? 4. What is the national anthem of the United States called? 5. When is Independence Day celebrated in the USA? 6. What are the colors of the U.S. flag and what do they represent? 7. How many states are there in the USA? 8. What is the official currency of the USA? 9. What is the most populous city in the United States? 10. What year was the U.S. Constitution signed? 2. France: 1. What is the capital of France? 2. Who is the current President of France? 3. What is the national motto of France? 4. What is the significance of Bastille Day in France? 5. What is the French national anthem called? 6. Which French monument attracts the most visitors annually? 7. What is the largest city in France by population? 8. What is the official language of France? 9. What currency is used in France? 10. When did the French Revolution begin? 3. Germany: 1. What is the capital of Germany? 2. Who is the current Chancellor of Germany? 3. What is the national anthem of Germany called? 4. When is Germany's Unity Day celebrated? 5. What is the largest city in Germany by population? 6. What is the official currency of Germany? 7. Which river is the longest in Germany? 8. What is Germany’s national language? 9. What year did the Berlin Wall fall? 10. What is the name of Germany's national parliament? 10