The largest and fastest-growing area of the Internet is the World Wide Web, or simply, the Web. Large and small businesses, government agencies, universities, and nonprofit organizations post information on the Web. The Web is like a large worldwide library. The Web delivers text, pictures, sound, and video. It allows consumers to communicate with information providers, buy and sell products and services, and much more.
Most communities now have many local and national providers that offer Internet service.
Compare several providers to get the best price and the services that are right for you. Contact your local or long-distance phone company, check the Yellow Pages of your phone book under Internet Services, check in computer magazines and local newspapers, or call local or 800 directory assistance for the phone number of the provider you are interested in. You can also check around to see what other individuals and businesses in your community are using. Your ISP will provide you with any software and specific instructions you'll need. You have many options when purchasing a computer.