- Paperback: 400 pages
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 6th Edition edition (5 Feb 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0764505068
- ISBN-13: 978-0764505065
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 18.8 x 2.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,047,689 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Billed as a book for beginner to intermediate level Internet users, this guide covers all the basics at a level of depth suitable for those with no previous knowledge. It also aims to give you that little bit of extra understanding, so that your first forays into the Internet are better informed about its range and scope. For example, the first part of the book introduces the Internet, explaining what it does and how it works. You'll learn about the wide reach of the Internet, and about ensuring that your own data remains private when you want it to. You'll also find out about how to keep the Internet safe for the children in your household. But as well as that you'll pick up on intranets and extranets, two Internet-like systems that can benefit companies or organizations, which, while important, are not necessarily things that the absolute beginner needs to know about.
Later chapters look at areas like choosing an Internet Service Provider, the mechanics of getting connected, using the Web and e-mail, finding information and people, downloading files, using mailing lists and that growing phenomenon, online shopping. Because of its American origins, many of the examples given are not particularly geared for a UK audience, but the sample software used in the walkthroughs and technical stuff still holds, and the whole thing is put together in an extremely accessible way. --Sandra Vogel --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"...this is a cracking read for anyone with an interest in the Net, regardless of ability." (Internet Made Easy, Book of the Month)
" guides even the most tentative surfer through the World Wide Web, refusing to breath through ′simple′ steps such as knowing you′ve got a modem and choosing an ISP invaluable title " (Internet Made Easy, December 2002) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought Internet for Dummies first, at least as far as the Internet is concerned, I really am one; second, it was highly recommended by my server when I signed up.
I expected to use it as a reference work, and still have that expectation, but I was surprised (I don't know why; too many over regimented do-it books I suppose), but I found it eminently readable - so I read it. All of it.
Interesting. Informative. Entertaining. Educational.
In my view, it should be required reading for every tyro cybernaut
Great job
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I love the "Dummy" books, although I think they are a bit overpriced. Maybe I was a dummy, but I purchased this book after being on the internet for over a year. I guess I was hoping to learn things I had no prior knowledge about. For me, this book basically contained info I already knew. Don't be a dummy like me. Purchase this book while you are a newbie, otherwise you will be wishing you had better spent your money.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I hope, almost everyone has heard of the "For Dummies" books. The series' direct method and clear (sometimes playful and fun) language make learning easy. It is also a well-known computer book series in Russia. "The Internet For Dummies" is the chance to find out in a simple, clear and fun guide which takes the horror out of meeting the Internet for the first time.
As a computer writer, I am always delighted to discover new great book that makes understanding the computer. Many so-called Internet books are nothing more than printed collections of Web addresses. "The Internet For Dummies" is a guide designed just for newbies. Authors do an exceptional job of explaining a large number of Internet terms. You'll also find here a lot of tips for optimizing your browser for speed, building your first Web page, managing e-mail, subscribing to mailing lists, and go shopping on-line. "The Internet for Dummies" is a great start to learning the Internet.
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Its history now but still fun
It is now 2010 and this book is well out of date. The speed of light might be fast but the internet evolves even faster so very little of the information will be useful today it... Read more
Published on 16 Feb 2010 by Mr. Alan Chivers
Your Pass to the Net
Almost everyone has heard of the "For Dummies" books. The "Quick Reference" series' direct method and clear (sometimes playful and fun) language make learning... Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2000
Unless you are a computer illiterate, this book is too basic
You really have to know nearly nothing about the internet to find this very usefull. There are small sections which are of interest to someone who is adept enough to find this... Read more
Published on 12 April 1999
CANNOT PUT THIS BOOOK DOWN
Am now the happy owner of four of the series,windows for dummies was very funny but this book is the most imformative yet. Read more
Published on 5 Mar 1999
Dummies-books=Top Info. Rest mostly unnecessary complicated
The authors seem to be able to put themselves into the thinking of the newcomer.
Published on 28 Feb 1999
Disappointing
I'd read (and used) the excellent Windows 98 for Dummies so, with some (but limited) Internet experience bought this enthusiastically, I was very disapppointed. Read more
Published on 25 Dec 1998
This book was very helpful and informative to me
I really enjoyed the way the authors of this book organized the book. They did it in a very constructive, humorous, and effective manner. Read more
Published on 16 Dec 1998
Too cute, not enough solid information.
This was my first "dummies" book, and definitely my last. There's enough basic information to help you get started, but I spent too much time trying to make my way... Read more
Published on 2 Dec 1998
Fun read & I learned a lot too
A very good start-up and best out of five I've read
Published on 27 Nov 1998
Cannot recommend this book
The book was marketed to me with unsolicited E-Mail from an undeliverable address. For me, this is reason enough not to buy this book on the Internet.
Published on 9 Nov 1998
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