Page 6: Basics
Basics of the Internet and the web
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Email protocols
Brief on email protocols such as POP and IMAP and the uncommon ones such as DeltaSynch and DAV. [more...]
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What is SMTP?
SMTP definition, its function and usage in sending email messages across the world. [more...]
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What is an email signature?
Definition of an email signature and how you can create and attach one to all emails you send out. [more...]
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Types of web sites – a categorization based on content
A list of different types of web sites based on their content and features. Web site categories are not distinct and can overlap. [more...]
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What is a web site?
Definition of a web site with examples of famous and popular sites. Also included is a note on how to create a web site for yourse [more...]
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Search Engine FAQ
A list of some of the frequently asked questions on search engines asked by web newbies. [more...]
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What is web server – a computer OR a program?
Definition of a web server, its uses, importance and a brief on the role it plays on the internet. [more...]
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How do web browsers work and how are web pages displayed?
Simple explanation for the beginner on how web browsers work and display web pages and web sites. [more...]
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What is an email program or an email client?
Understanding email programs and clients - software for email - used for sending and receiving emails. How to they work and how ca [more...]
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How do I send email from Windows?
Details on how to send mail in Windows operating system - whether to use webmail or an email program. [more...]
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Get an email address
How to get an email address for yourself by creating an email account on a free online service. [more...]
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HTTP codes
HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) status codes displayed by the server for web requests from a client. [more...]
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