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From time to time we all need a little help with the Internet. WebWiser has collected some of the most "Frequently Asked Questions" by clients and visitors, and now offers everyone quick assistance with this specialized directory.
 
Something for Everyone - Not Just for Newbie Internet Users!
The Internet is constantly growing and changing. There are now millions of web sites, and billions of users online. Both the experienced and new web users need to keep up with this constantly changing media and that can be hard to do.  The new user may find Web lingo, search engines, browsers, multi-media and email confusing.  The skilled user may want quicker access to informative links.  WebWiser's NET HELP is here to assist you!

Here are just a few "Frequently Asked" web definitions. Use the link below for more definition help:

• Email:  "Electronic mail" sent from a software program that transmits messages over a network, such as the Internet.
• ISP: "Internet Service Provider" (or Internet Access Providers) is a company that provides the viewer access to the Internet. The ISP provides each client with a Browser software package, their own username with password, and access to the Internet by either Dialup, DSL or a Cable connection number.  The client must have a computer equipped with a modem to connect to the ISP in order to log-on to the Internet, browse the Web, and send or receive email. 
• Web: Originally known as the "World Wide Web."
• Web Page: A single file made up of HTML, text and graphics. It is also known as an HTML document.
• HTML: Is the abbreviations for "Hypertext Markup Language." This is the basic coding within a web page that your browser reads and interprets visually. It is the coding for the layout, colors, and fonts that create the web page you view online.
• Web Site: These are the web files that collectively make a site, and are stored on a web server.
• Web Server: A large computer that stores all the files necessary to create a web site and connect to the internet for viewers online .
• Web Host: A company that rents space on their servers, with 24/7 maintenance service to keep the web sites alive on the Internet.
• Domain: This is the text "name" of a web site that is easily remembered, and used for the actual numeric IP address it is assigned to. Domain names are registered by the web site owner, and may contain one of many extensions (.com/.net/.org, etc).
• Web Designer, Web Developer, and Webmaster: The person or company that designs, builds, and maintains a web site. Each has a special job, but may also encompass all services in the development of a web site.