Index of World Wide Web by title
- Title:
- What is HTML?
- Author:
- InterNIC
- Date Added:
- 1/29/1997
- Abstract:
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This module introduces HTML (hypertext mark-up language), explaining that HTML is a set of standardized codes used to prepare documents for the World Wide Web. The module provides a definition of "web page", introduces SGML (Standard Generalized Markup Language)and points out that browsers interpret the HTML codes into a formatted, readable web page. Finally, the module gives examples of basic HTML codes, with an illustration of a source code file and the web page it produces.
- Title:
- What is HTTP?
- Author:
- InterNIC
- Date Added:
- 8/30/1996
- Abstract:
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This module defines HTTP (hypertext transfer protocol) and explains hypertext. Introduces the concepts of protocol, HTML and links. Describes how HTTP works on the client/server principle and lists other Internet resources that can be accessed via HTTP. Provides example of hypertext links.
- Title:
- What is Netscape Navigator?
- Author:
- InterNIC
- Date Added:
- 11/15/1996
- Abstract:
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This module provides a summary of the features of Netscape Navigator browsing software. Topics include graphical browsers in general, as well as Netscape's helper applications, bookmarks, and Preferences.
- Title:
- What is a URL?
- Author:
- InterNIC
- Date Added:
- 8/30/1996
- Abstract:
-
This module defines URL (Uniform Resource Locator) and explains how every WWW resource has a unique URL. Describes the hierarchical structure of a URL, giving examples, and breaking down a URL into its various components.
- Title:
- What is a web page?
- Author:
- InterNIC
- Date Added:
- 1/29/1997
- Abstract:
-
This module discusses web pages, explaining that a web page is a unit of information, often called a document, that is available over the World Wide Web. In addition, the module introduces hypertext markup language (HTML) which is used to create web pages. Finally, a discussion of hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) is included. A screen shot of a web page showing graphics and links to audio and video files is also included.
- Title:
- What is the World Wide Web?
- Author:
- InterNIC
- Date Added:
- 8/30/1996
- Abstract:
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This module explains the relationship between the World Wide Web and hypertext transfer protocol. Also describes the flexible nature of the WWW and how it can incorporate graphics and interact with other protocols such as ftp. Gives examples of links, and describes how the WWW is non-linear.
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