The Internet consists of a international web of interconnected computer networks, linking huge numbers of universities, research institutes, high tech companies, and increasingly, everyone else. The software to send and read email, and sometimes the addressing schemes, differ from system to system, so consult local resources for guidance.
Additional services are available to computers connected directly to the Internet.
The files in most Internet archives don't change much, though there are a few that are updated frequently. Of particular interest to MAPS members, several Internet sites maintain archives of drug-related information. If you're using a Mac or a PC, you'll need a utility that understands this particular compression scheme. For Macs, the universal StuffIt Expander tool will work. Depending on the computer system you are using the newsreader can be either an intuitive graphic interface or one that is based on commands.