Authors: Ernest Ackermann. Karen Hartman.
Hardcover, 444 pages
Publisher: Fitzroy Dearborn Publishers
Publication Date: 1998-10


Reviews :

    The Internet and the World Wide Web have profound effects on the way we find information and do research - due to the increase in the amount of information provided by these facilities and the diversity of tools we have at our disposal for finding that information. This work employs an interactive approach that blends concepts with learning activities. It covers basic browser usage, e-mail, and discussion groups; discusses such Internet staples as FTP and Usenet newsgroups; presents and compares numerous search engines; and includes models for acquiring, evaluating and citing resources within the context of a research project. The emphasis of the book is on learning how to create search strategies and search expressions, how to evaluate information critically, and how to cite resources. All of these skills are presented as within the context of step-by-step activities designed to teach basic Internet research skills to the beginner and to hone the skills of the seasoned practitioner....

Authors: Cheryl Price. Julia Wix.
Paperback, 144 pages
Publisher: Software Publications
Publication Date: 2002-02-28

Authors: Kathleen Sindell. Tara Calishain.
Hardcover, 452 pages
Publisher: Ventana Communications Group
Publication Date: 1998-04
Edition: 1st

Reviews :

    Written for computer users who want to take an active role in their personal finances, this book provides instructions for tapping into the Internet for the most up-to-date financial information. It shows how to download research to create spreadsheets for effective financial decision making and reviews the latest and greatest finance-related Web sites. The book covers how to use Netscape Navigator 4.0 to easily track stock quotes, access loan rates, learn personal finance tips and tricks from the experts, and more....

Authors: Paul Korzeniowski.
Hardcover, 200 pages
Publisher: Computer Technology Research Corporation
Publication Date: 1997-07
Edition: Ringbound

Reviews :

    CTR's new 200-page report details the battle between Microsoft and Netscape for dominance of the Internet and, therefore, of the computer industry. The report examines how this battle developed, the differences in their product lines, and each company's strategic plans for the future.

The Internet Phenomenon

The unprecedented growth of the Internet and the Web has left the computer industry without a clear leader. While Microsoft was continuing its dominance of the PC market, Netscape Communications Corp. quietly entered the browser arena with its Web browser, Netscape Navigator. Microsoft, the company that initially failed to realize the importance of the Internet, has found Netscape to be a significant competitor in this critical area.

CTR's new report, Microsoft Versus Netscape: The Battle for the Internet Infrastructure, examines the struggle between Microsoft and Netscape to become the leader of the Internet market and, therefore, of the computer industry. The report provides an analysis of the two companies and explains what Netscape must do to remain a viable competitor in the Internet arena.

Internet Strategies

CTR's report evaluates the strategies of both Microsoft and Netscape. Netscape's strategy is simple: Shift the current computing paradigm from the PC desktop, where Microsoft is strong, to the network, where Microsoft has less control. As the report explains, the key to Netscape's success will be to take advantage of Microsoft's few weaknesses.

Microsoft, the most influential software supplier in the world, has based its strategy on the dominance of the Windows operating system (OS). However, because networking and the Internet are becoming the focal point for application development, Microsoft has altered its strategy to include products designed to leverage its desktop dominance with the Internet.

Dueling Internet Products

Microsoft Versus Netscape: The Battle for the Internet Infrastructure provides a complete analysis of the Internet-related products of the two companies, focusing on the browsers: Microsoft's Internet Explorer and Netscape's Navigator. Other featured products include: Netscape's SuiteSpot Server Line, Microsoft's Internet Information Server (IIS) and Proxy Server, Microsoft's Directory Service Systems, Netscape Navigator's Administration Kit, and Microsoft's Internet Chat.

The report examines the advantages and disadvantages of each company's products and explains how they fit into the overall company strategy.

In addition, the report covers critical issues such as browser security and hypertext markup language (HTML) support.

The Changing Computing Environment

The Internet is becoming the core foundation for many companies' applications because the programming model is simpler to implement and maintain than client/server (C/S) computing. Microsoft and Netscape must develop product lines so users and third parties will rely on their products to run complex, daily business applications on the Internet.

The report discusses the latest application development tools (ADTs) that will make the Internet transition possible and addresses the importance of delivering next-generation technology.

CTR's Microsoft Versus Netscape: The Battle for the Internet Infrastructure is an invaluable resource for those responsible for shaping and maintaining their company's computer infrastructure....

Authors: Fernando Macia Domene. Javier Gosende Grela.
Paperback, 383 pages
Publisher: Anaya Multimedia
Publication Date: 2007-01-30

Authors: Bryan Pfaffenberger.
Paperback, 791 pages
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Publication Date: 1999-04


Reviews :

    RUNNING MICROSOFT(r) INTERNET EXPLORER 5 is a reference that takes readers through Internet Explorer 5, the latest version of Microsoft's Web browser. The Running series is designed to be easy-to-use, with a friendly, open design, featuring copious screen shots, call-outs, cross-references, and tips. This new generation Running series is more in-depth than ever before!...

Authors: Jim Minatel.
Paperback, 248 pages
Publisher: Que Pub
Publication Date: 1997-08
Edition: 2nd

Reviews :

    Netscape is the most popular Web browser. Easy Netscape features four-color, task-by-task "recipe" for Web success with easy flow of information that makes beginners comfortable and covers key uses of Netscape including simple Web browsing, adding plug-ins for multimedia, and reading and posting mail and news....

Authors: Gene Steinberg.
Paperback, 178 pages
Publisher: Sams Publishing
Publication Date: 1998-08


Reviews :

    Teach Yourself America Online 4 in Ten Minutes is a tutorial-based book, organized into a series of easy-to-follow, 10-minute lessons. These well targeted lessons teach you in 10 minutes what some books take several hours or days to teach.

-Provides a simple way for AOL users (new and experienced) to learn the ropes about using the service

-The author is an experienced AOL user, a charter member of the service, and the information is presented in a simple, clear, task-based approach

-The essential information about AOLs software and service is packed into easy-to-digest tasks, which can be completed in ten minutes or less...

Authors: Erica Sadun. Dennis R. Cohen.
Paperback, 361 pages
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: 2000-03-03


Reviews :

    Watch your PC's monitor, or watch TV? Using the Teach Yourself method, this edition includes step-by-step instruction and the visuals you need to quickly master WebTV basics. After you power up your first WebTV unit, with this proven tutorial soon you'll be navigating the Web, editing text, filling out forms, and sending e-mail -- by your television's remote or your unit's keyboard. You'll make the most of WebTV when you visit news and entertainment centers and, of course, watch TV. If you find that surfing the Web is more comfortable from your sofa, WebTV and its communities are the right choice for you....

Authors: Al Napier. Phillip Judd. H. Albert Napier. Philip J. Judd.
Audio CD, 144 pages
Publisher: Course Technology
Publication Date: 1997-08-15
Edition: 1st

Reviews :

    Napier and Judd are educators and corporate trainers who know what skills employers look for. In this latest text they teach the student how to use the Internet in an office environment....