Explains a variety of Web concepts in a practical manner, with an emphasis on the Web for libraries. Discusses the process of planning for and implementing a library/community, including an overview of the basics of the Web in simple, non-technical language; basic technical information needed to select and budget for an Internet connection that will support the Web; an explanation of how to train staff and patrons and encourage them to become Web-savvy; an outline of the planning process; how to design Web sites; and a primer of basic HTML text and graphic tags.

Introduction to the World Wide Web and Web Pages is ideal for use as a supplement to any course needing brief coverage of the Interact and World Wide Web. Using this text, students will learn about the origins of the Internet and the Web and will be introduced to such Internet basics as using a web browser, creating bookmarks, downloading files, and sending and receiving e-mail. This supplement also details the components of a Web page, and explains how HTML and Web publishing programs can be used to create Web pages.

Chances are, you’re already a Web user and use the Internet on a regular basis. You’ve probably seen a few impressive Web sites and now you’re inspired to create a Web page of your own, but you’re not sure where to start. The answer is: right here! Creating Web Pages For Dummies guides you through the process of making your own Web pages without hassle or confusion. This straightforward book shows you just how easy it is to launch a site, specialize a page, making your site interactive, and much more! In no time you will become a pro in: Web publishing basics Geocities, Google page creator, and AOL Web publishing Using Flickr, creating blogs, and selling products on eBay HTML and other handy tools to “beef up” your site Writing and formatting Web text Creating and adding graphics for your site Adding links, animation, and multimedia Designing a great-looking, complete Web site Besides getting to know the ins and outs of building a Web page, this guide offers suggestions on Web publishing, ranging from testing out your Web site and advertising your site to legal permission and displaying borrowed content. This resourceful guide also includes Web lingo worth knowing and a quick guide to HTML tags, which points out some lesser known but nevertheless useful tags. Now in its 8th edition, Creating Web Pages For Dummies will help make your Web page stand out in the crowd!

Ernest Ackermann, author of Learning to Use the Internet, has another produced quality textbook to address the ever-growing World Wide Web. Netscape Navigator 3.0 is used to browse the Web and assist in your students' development through an example-driven approach. All the important features of the Internet are covered, including e-mail, Web sites, etiquette, ethical issues, and Web page development.

bull; Task-based approach teaches readers how to combine HTML and CSS to create sharp, consistent Web pages regardless of monitor size, browser, platform, or viewing device. bull; Comprehensive coverage of the transition from HTML to XHTML, including the differences between the languages. bull; Packed with tips, techniques, and illustrations--all updated to reflect newer browsers and the changing use of HTML.

In Silicon Snake Oil, Clifford Stoll, the best-selling author of The Cuckoo's Egg and one of the pioneers of the Internet, turns his attention to the much-heralded information highway, revealing that it is not all it's cracked up to be. Yes, the Internet provides access to plenty of services, but useful information is virtually impossible to find and difficult to access. Is being on-line truly useful? "Few aspects of daily life require computers...They're irrelevant to cooking, driving, visiting, negotiating, eating, hiking, dancing, speaking, and gossiping. You don't need a computer to...recite a poem or say a prayer." Computers can't, Stoll claims, provide a richer or better life. A cautionary tale about today's media darling, Silicon Snake Oil has sparked intense debate across the country about the merits--and foibles--of what's been touted as the entranceway to our future.

Creating a Web server site via the Internet can be a frustrating experience. This comprehensive guide covers all the essentials of designing, configuring, maintaining and expanding a Web site using the most popular software packages, CERN and NCSA. This World Wide Web guide will be an invaluable reference during all phases of a Web site's life span.