Chapter 5

Summary

            Module 5 of “The Internet” describes user generated content on the internet. “Push and pull” communication is one of the first topics introduced, and the author describes this as pushing content to users on the internet to pull onto their devices to view. An example of push and pull technology is mailing lists or podcasts, which I both personally take part in using. I am subscribed to multiple mailing lists and podcasts that I listen to on a daily and weekly basis. The chapter also delves into Web 2.0, which sometimes called a “new internet” – with people actively writing content that they are viewing, or user generated content connecting people through social networks. An example of Web 2.0 would be social networks. I personally use many social networks sites including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter/X. The author speaks about protecting your reputation on these websites as well, because potential employers frequently check these websites during the hiring process.

            Module 5 also describes RSS feeds, internet messaging, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) to the reader. AOL/AIM and MSN instant messaging is highlighted, and back in my younger years, myself and all my friends used AIM (AOL instant messenger) to chat over the internet. I also had an MSN account that I used to chat with friends online while growing up.

            Deeper into the chapter, the author describes advertising on the internet to generate revenue, such as on websites like Etsy and eBay. I have personally used both of these websites and purchased items on each of them. LinkedIn is also listed, and it was highlighted in class that every college student should have one – I personally have just created my own LinkedIn account a couple months ago and I hope to find an IT internship in the future from this website.

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