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Unit 1 . Lesson 1 – Online Services. Online Services – What are they?. Every time you connect to the internet you are using an “online service” E.g. Connecting via PC, Laptop, Mac, Tablets, . Online services we use?. Communication. Types: Email Newsgroups Social networking Conferencing
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Unit 1 Lesson 1 – Online Services
Online Services – What are they? • Every time you connect to the internet you are using an “online service” • E.g. Connecting via PC, Laptop, Mac, Tablets,
Communication • Types: • Email • Newsgroups • Social networking • Conferencing • Blogs Research? Different types – What examples do we use ?
What Benefits do they all provide? Instant responses to someone who is remote from you, at no additional cost to your broadband fees. Socialising.
Real-time Information • Timetables – Train, Bus, Airport • Sports updates • Weather Reports • Travel News
Government • Tax returns, e-voting, Applications for grants/benefits • Examples : • Driving license Benefits?
Education • Online Learning • Online Training • Manufacturers’ online tutorials Examples Benefits
VLE • Example moodle … We have this!
Business(different types of organisations) • Business networks, collaborativeworking, video conferencing Examples • Using a price comparison website is an example where you touch on business usage • Benefits
Entertainment Multi-user games, radio and TV players, video streaming. Examples Playing a game online with people over the internet. Benefits? • Enhances the gaming experience by allowing you to play against people you may not know.
Download Services • Music, Films, new software, software upgrades, games. • Examples • Downloading music from websites such as itunes and amazon. • Benefits