Getting connected to the network is very simple and cheap men. Start with, you must connect the modem or dangerous. This gives you the internet link. So, you need to plan an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Internet Service Provider to act as a gateway to the internet, so you can surf the World Wide Web and send and receive email. Most service providers also save any web page you've created, making them available to other users on the Internet.
ISP range from large organizations, such as CompuServe, Microsoft's MSN service and America On-Line, a small, independent operations which only serve the area where you live. Looking for an ISP to suit your needs is the key to online.
ISP term used to describe all the companies that provide Internet access. However, these companies offer different service levels.
Internet Access Providers (IAP) to provide a very basic package. These companies give you the links and web browsing software, such as Internet Explorer and email programs, and provide technical support via telephone. IAP is an example of Earthlink.
Online Service Provider (OSP), the IAP, the gateway to the internet and email handling. They differ in that the level of content or provide additional services with certain information, news and entertainment channels, shopping services. OSPs often have home pages that are designed to make using the Internet are available for guests. AOL (America On-Line) is one of the known OSPs.
