This bulletin attempts to describe and outline Internet usage in an applied social science context. The first chapter notes content, theory, terms, descriptions, and related basic topics. Relevant literature from scholarly journals as well as information from the Internet itself is presented. Information taken from several scholarly fields reflects the multi-disciplinary nature of applied anthropology in building an appropriate applied anthropology Internet presence. The second chapter presents a framework for action, the concrete steps needed to build effective Internet communications.
Topics begin with assessing needs and considering issues such as representation and ethics.
The second part of this chapter covers the technical aspects of creating a basic, useful Web site. The third part details ongoing issues such as site promotion, monitoring, assessment and long-term maintenance. The third chapter begins with an historical review of recent anthropological experience with computer networks. The lessons shared should be valuable in providing 'real-life' insights into how applied anthropologists can use the Internet to enhance their efforts. The fourth and final chapter provides a brief discussion of the future of the Internet.