The Internet and the World Wide Web Group 2: Ashala LaShaina Kiera Jessica A Luis Essential Components Introduction Internet- millions of computers around the world connected together Are you able to connect to the internet? Yes, if you have access to a phone line What if I dont have a computer or the Internet? There are libraries, schools, and other public places that will let anyone access the essential tools of everyday life The Internets Hardware NAPs National Access Points Major hubs Regional Routers Backbones Largest lines of the Internet Regional Networks Connect to various ISPs ISPs Internet Service Providers Purchase Internet access Connect to home through phone or cable lines Home Access the Internet Internet Functions Request data- ex) Client Provide data- ex) Serve Help send data- ex) Router