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BOOK: A to z of the internet
The most fascinating and remarkable invention of the modern age, Internet, is paving the way for socio-economic development besides placing a whole world of learning and knowledge at your fingertips. However, it also contains the germs of confusion and bewilderment irrespective of the fact that it provides immense power to entertain that also in a reasonable fashion. While realizing this ultimate fact several publications are available for enlightening one on Internet related issues. Sean Geer’s updated second edition of The Economist Books Pocket Internet is one such contribution that definitely changes the modus vivendi of Internet users as it contains everything related or updated with regards to Internet usage.
For the readers’ convenience, the book is divided in three parts consisting of essays, abbreviations, appendices that include brief history of Internet and several recommended websites, information regarding e-business, bandwidth along with the latest user friendly tips and tricks of the Internet right from the beginning.
The section “A-Z” deserves special mention as it depicts Internet terms in a dictionary manner. Name the terms and you will get a plethora of information. A-Z basically explains the essentials of the Internet including ADSL, B2B, Cookie, Encryption, Moore’s Law, Netiquette, XML, UNIX and URL. The never-ending list of A-Z actually gives people who are not aware or who feel helpless about the Internet, know-how about this highly effective tool where as people already connected to the Internet business can further polish their skills of Internet working.
Pocket Internet is presented in the most accessibly and attractive compilation for the young readers. All that one needs to know about the Internet is available in this handy book.
It explains the technology and issues of the Internet clearly and concisely, as it provides valuable insight into how the Internet works, where it might lead us and why it matters.
It’s a must have book in the world of extended technology.
Mahjabeen Agha
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