The World Wide Web is an extensive collection of Internet resources that are linked through the use of hypertext. Hypertext refers to on-line documents which are electronically linked to others through words or graphics. The Internet also offers components other than the Web, including such things as email for electronic communication and Telnet for connecting to remote computer systems, such as library catalogs. Information Resources One of the founding principles of the Internet was the sharing of information. Although some sites today allow only limited access, many still offer free resources, especially when used for educational purposes.
Some sites offer graphics for use in Web publishing.
Some groups publish pieces of literature, government publications, or other documents to which the public might want access. Others provide commercial information about their business or product. The World Wide Web offers an arena for exchange where users can access or provide information from just about anywhere in the world. Individuals searching for employment can post their information or search for businesses that have posted vacancy notices. Several magazines, previously available only in print form, are offering electronic versions on the Web.