The Internet for nurses and allied health professionals

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The Internet for nurses and allied health professionals

Margaret J.A. Edwards

Springer, c2002

3rd ed

Available at  / 11 libraries

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Includes index

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New and expanded to reflect changes on the Internet, especially the explosive growth of the World Wide Web, this best-selling book is primer to the Internet for those who have little or no computer experience and a time-saving guide to resources for the more experienced surfer. In plain language it describes the Internet, how it works, and how to use various Internet tools. In addition, it provides an extensive listing of health-related Internet resources accompanied by reviews and descriptions - not just URLs of dozens of health related topics. The reader will find this directory a treasure trove of information resources available for health care professionals on the Internet.

Table of Contents

  • I. Introduction 1. Internet Basics
  • 2. Getting Connected
  • 3. Web Browsers-The View from the Screen
  • II. Internet Based Communication 4.Using Electronic Mail (E-Mail & Mailing Lists)
  • 5. Newsgroups
  • 6. Internet Chat
  • III. Internet-Based Information Access 7. Search Engines & Beyond
  • 8. Search Strategies & Techniques
  • 9. Using & Citing Information from the Internet 10. The Future is Now! Appendix I: Under the Hood
  • Appendix II: Listing of Resources
  • Glossary
  • Index.

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