The World Wide Web (WWW or The Web) is the fastest growing Internet information system, with new resources being added daily. Many people use the terms Internet and World Wide Web interchangeably, but they are two separate but related things.

• The Web is a means of transmitting data through the Internet by using a unique language, or protocol, called HTTP.
• The Web uses browsers, such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla or Netscape, to access web pages.
• The Web allows for the integration of text, graphics, audio and video on a Web page.
• A Web page may have colorful graphics integrated with text.
• Links on a Web page may take you to other Web pages, recorded sounds, or digital video clips.

Tip: Anyone can create web pages and post information on the Web, so it's important to determine the credibility of any web sites you use.

Downloading and installing new versions are relatively simple and free. The easiest way to update your browser is retrieving it online: To keep up to date on the latest versions of browsers as well as to learn more about the different browsers available, check out the Browser Watch page.

• Use the Hyperlinks
  
• Use the Menus
  
• Use the Toolbar Buttons
  
• Use the Address Box or Location Field
  
• Use the Favorites or Bookmarks
  
• Use Keyboard Commands

Ctrl + c = Copy text; highlight text to copy first.
Ctrl + v = Paste text; pastes copied text at point where cursor is.
Ctrl + f = Find in page; search for a word or phrase within a paste for quick access.
Ctrl + n = Open new window; an additional new window will open without closing the current one.
Ctrl + h = Open history; view a list of pages you have recently visited.
Alt + tab = Alternate between open windows.

Tip: For more detailed instructions for the browser you are using, read the help screens..