Network & Internet Communications Guide

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Internet Communications
The following items are covered in this section:
■ Choosing an Internet Service Provider
■ Content Advisor
■ Solving Internet Access Problems
Choosing an Internet Service Provider
An Internet service provider (ISP) provides you with access (dial-up,
cable, DSL, or wireless) and software you need to connect to the
Internet. Most ISPs also offer e-mail, access to newsgroups, space to
create Web pages, and technical support. Some ISPs offer commercial
services, such as domain hosting, to companies and individuals
wanting to do business on the Internet. You can choose from local
and national ISPs.
An online service provider, such as MSN or America Online (AOL),
offers special features, content, and technical support in addition to
providing access to the Internet. An online service provider may
provide a categorized or customizable home page that makes it easy
for you to find some of the most popular and useful sites on the
Internet.
To find the provider that is right for you:
■ Look in the Yellow Pages
■ Ask a friend or colleague for recommendations
■ If you have access to the Internet already, you can use a search
engine, such as Google, to help you locate an ISP or online
service provider.