The Online World

By Odd De Presno

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back into the early days of the internet to discover how people used newly online networks to find information, connect with others, and improve their lives.

Genres

Computers & Technology

Released

1993-09-01

Formats

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Summary

"The Online World" by Odd De Presno is a guide from the early 1990s about using online services and information. The book sets out to show the huge amount of online resources that were available at the time and how people could use them in real life. Meant for new and experienced users, the book talks about different online things like databases, ways to talk to others, and fun stuff to do. The book starts by explaining what it's about and who it's for, explaining how things online are connected and telling stories of people using online tools to improve their lives and careers, and arguing why getting to know the online world is essential.