Week 3 EOC: 3 Times Internet

The same cable that provides us with FOX and ESPN also allows us to also connect to the internet. “Cable connections are considered one of the best types of internet connection available to the home user, they offer very fast and reliable connections with a fixed monthly fee.” (http://www.helpwithpcs.com/internet/internet-connections.htm) You would need a cable modem which is usually provided by your cable provider. It is plug into your computer with either an Ethernet or USB cord. To be able to us a Ethernet cord you would need to install a NIC inside of your computer. A downfall with using cable internet is bandwidth is shared with everyone else on the network.

DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. It competes with cable internet. It operates similar to dial-up service, but is many times faster. In addition to being faster than dial-up, it does not tie up your phone line. You would not a DSL modem which connects to the telephone wall jack and your computer. “The device acts as a modulator, translating the computer’s digital signals into voltage sent across the telephone lines to a central hub known as a Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplier or DSLAM.” (http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-dsl.htm)

“One of the major innovations that has accompanied the rapid expansion of the Internet has been wireless Internet service, also known as Wi-Fi.” (http://www.ehow.com/about_5348495_pros-using-wireless-internet-services.html) It has made it possible to connect to the internet nearly everywhere. There are a few ways to connect to wireless internet.  You could use a data card, which are often provided by mobile telephone providers, that fit into a slot on your computer. You could access the internet through a secured or unsecured network which are accessible through a router that is connected to your modem. Secured networks you will need a password to allow you access the internet. Unsecured networks are normally found in public places such as public libraries or commercial establishments such as Starbucks or Panera Bread.

Week 2 EOC: Internet Privacy

Internet privacy is very important. There are many ways you can protect yourself while using the internet. Clear your cookies and history. “Cookies are a threat to your privacy, though not in the way you probably think.” (www.pcworld.com) Cookies are chucks of information that are saved to your hard drive. They reveal your surfing habits. Be sure not to give out your personal information to someone you don’t know.

Week 1 EOC: Modern Internet

The internet is a system of networks that provide access to anything and everything on the World Wide Web. “It is a collection of thousands of individual networks and organizations, each of which is run and paid for on its own”. (How the Internet Works pg.7) How many households own a set of encyclopedias or even a dictionary? Some households don’t even get the newspaper delivery to their home. You don’t have to speak to a live person to order food. You don’t even have to physically walk into a bank. Pretty soon we won’t even need a mailman anymore. Everything is literally at your fingers. The internet can connect you to anyone around the world. Everyone is on the web. The school systems starting with elementary are even becoming electronic. Most medical facilities have electronic records and the patients have access to those from any computer. Some facilities even allow patients to schedule their doctor visits on-line with their primary care physician. Businesses can hold meetings through the web with their partners across the world. You can complete your bachelor’s degree through the internet. In this day and age EVERYTHING is on the web. All the resources you need to find a job, a new home, and even a life time partner is at your finger tips. You can stay connect with your family all over the world with just a few clicks. Most cellular phones now have the compatibility to do all of your internet needs in the palm of your hand. To sum everything up the internet provides all of your needs at your finger tips through a system of networks.

Week 1 EOC: My Voice

Since I was kid I was always finding ways to learn something new and be creative. My name is Ange Hendricks and I am a freelance Web Designer. I started studying code at a very young age. I started reading books, forums, and online tutorials where I gained most of my web design knowledge. I wanted to learn how to make things look and function exactly how I wanted them to. I am passionate about design and making things my very own. I furthered my education at The Art Institute of Las Vegas. I studied web design, interactive media, and graphic design. I am proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, and Dreamweaver. I am always looking for something new to learn and try. I have worked with clients in the entertainment business, real estate, interior design, and fashion. I run my own business called Create Design Company. We offer web services and also specialize in custom built computers. In my spare time I enjoy photography which I include in majority of my work.