There
are 3 things you need to surf the World Wide Web (WWW).
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First, you
must have a computer that has a modem. A modem is kind of
like a telephone, it allows your computer to dial and connect to
the Internet.
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Second, your
computer must have a Browser!
An example of a Browser would be Internet Explorer or
Netscape. The Browser allows you to see the information and
graphics on the Internet.
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Third, you
must have an Internet Service Provider. This is known as an
ISP. The most commonly used ISP are companies like AOL,
Earthlink, CompuServe. In order to connect to the Internet
you have to pay for the service. Just like if you have cable
TV, your parents have to pay for it...in order to connect to the
Internet you have to pay. Usually, this will cost you around
19.95 a month.
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Fourth, once
you have connected to the Internet you can begin surfing the
Web. The first place you should go is www.wowusa.com!
Of course this is our website. This site is very cool and
tons of fun.

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