Be a Netizen

Summary

This chapter is about computers, a device that has become a common household item. One of its key features is the ability to connect to a network, like a web of interconnected things. 

The Internet makes it possible for one computer to connect to another computer and to send or receive information. It is straightforward, so you only have to log on to the Internet. Then, you can send information through text, pictures, videos, and many more. You can also send your private information over the Internet. 

After you've finished using the internet, you can simply log out, which means you're no longer connected and are now offline.

The internet is an ocean of information. The question in your mind might be how you will get the exact information you are looking for on such a vast platform. That's why there are websites. There are many websites on the internet that have individual addresses, so according to what you are looking for, you can visit various websites, and they will help you out.

Computers have a helpful tool called a search engine. It's like a guide that helps you find what you're looking for on the internet. When you type something, it shows you websites that can give you the information you need. 

So, what will you do if you need to use any information you have to save for later? You can make a copy and store it on the computer, and if you need to send it to someone else, you can prepare it as you would want them to see it. You can also have your address to receive and send things on a Gmail application.

An email account is like a letterbox that you can use as and when you like. Another difference is that you can also send information from this account. There are not two email IDs that match each other; everyone on earth has a different one. If you want to keep your account safe, you can use a password for it. 

People who use the internet are called netizens. Would you like to be one of them?