Internet Basics explains the web to your grandparents (or kids)

I know, I know, this headline smacks of ageism. I mean, I live in Canada, which is the country that has one of the highest percentage of people over the age of 60 that are online in some capacity. But seriously, although most of you geeks reading this have a strong grasp of the way the internet works, could you explain it to your parents or grandparents in a way that they can understand? How about explaining it to your kids? I know I've struggled with that in the past.

That's why I'm pointing you to this article by Chris and Jenny Ford, which explains the web in simple terms. All of the basics are there, from "What is a website?" to "How can I get my own domain name?", or my personal favorite, "How does my computer find websites?". Helpfully, the answer section for each question ends with a video explanation.

So next time you're struggling to explain some basic aspect of the web to someone, consider just directing them to Chris and Jenny's site. And if you've read through the article and viewed all of their videos, go ahead and get yourself your internet diploma. You deserve it.

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