Internet Use of Local Clients:
Every computer should be equipped with basic client software packages that allow you to perform functions such as electronic mail, Telnet, Gopher, and FTP.
Electronic mail on the internet:
Electronic mail, or e-mail, is probably the most popular and widely used Internet function. E-mail, email, or just mail, is a fast and efficient way to communicate with friends or colleagues. You can communicate with one person at a time or thousands; you can receive and send files and other information. You can even subscribe to electronic journals and newsletters. You can send an e-mail message to a person in the same building or on the other side of the world.
How does E-mail Work?
E-mail is an asynchronous form of communication, meaning that the person whom you want to read your message doesn't have to be available at the precise moment you send your message. This is a great convenience for both you and the recipient.
On the other hand, the telephone, which is a synchronous communication medium, requires that both you and your listener be on the line at the same time in order for you to communicate (unless you leave a voice message). It will be impossible to discuss all the details of the many e-mail packages available to Internet users.
Fortunately, however, most of these programs share basic functionality which allow you to:
* send and receive mail messages
* save your messages in a file
* print mail messages
* reply to mail messages
* attach a file to a mail message
Fortunately, however, most of these programs share basic functionality which allow you to:
* send and receive mail messages
* save your messages in a file
* print mail messages
* reply to mail messages
* attach a file to a mail message
