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In 1975, there were 25 Web pages. In 1992, there were 50.
The floodgates were then opened on June 9, 1992, when the
government made the Internet available to the general public.
People
from all walks of life and backgrounds set out to stake
their claim to Web space like gold prospectors heading west.
Today there are millions upon millions of Web pages. In
eight short years, the Web has become the single fastest
growing communications medium this planet has ever seen.
It took television fifty years to get into as many households
as the Web has done in eight.
To
many, the Web is seen the greatest communications tool ever
invented, allowing for the rapid exchange of ideas and information.
Just ask Thomas Diedrick, Executive Director of Options
for Independent Living, how the Web has enabled those with
disabilities to communicate with others sharing similar
struggles around the world.
To others, the Web is seen as something sinister, representing
the underworld, providing easy access to anything from bomb-making
plans to pornography. Both schools of thought are correct.
The freedom of the Web has allowed for any group, business
or individual to leave their mark, whether it is positive
or negative.
The
Web is, in effect, a cross section of society. With it you
get the good, the bad and the ugly.
In
this month's issue of Dot Com Magazine, our feature story
focuses on one of the evil mainstays of the Web Ñ
viruses. You will find out what they are, how to avoid getting
them and what to do if you get one. Other highlights in
this month's issue include how to build your own computer
from scratch, how to find anything on the Web, and how to
plan, build, staff and implement security in your e-business.
Also, our Monthly Cyber Quiz Contest makes its debut. And
finally, subscriptions to Dot Com Magazine are now available.
We hope you enjoy this month's issue.
Steve Laux
Dot Com Magazine Director of Operations
[email protected]
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